Jewish American Heritage Month

<strong>Thursday, May 23rd 6:50pm ET Virtual Doors | 7:00 pm ET Program Start</strong> <b>Live on Zoom </b> <b>Free, Recommended $10 Donation | Registration Required </b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/antisemitism-usa-or-conversation-with-zev-eleff-kristen-fermaglich-sarah-ihoff-lincoln-mullen-mark-oppenheimer-britt-tevis-and-john-turner/e582844/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=weitzmanwebsite&amp;c_src2=antisemitismusa" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> "Antisemitism, U.S.A." is an essential online conversation event featuring key contributors from the upcoming podcast of the same name, including noted scholars <b>Mark Oppenheimer</b>, <b>Britt Tevis</b>, <b>Zev Eleff</b>, <b>Lincoln Mullen</b>, <b>Sarah Imhoff</b>, and <b>Kirsten Fermaglich</b>. An official program of Jewish American Heritage Month, this event provides a deep dive into the pervasive issue of antisemitism in American history and its implications today. The panelists, each bringing their unique expertise, will explore the historical roots, evolution, and modern manifestations of antisemitism within the U.S., discussing its intersection with race, politics, and religion. This enriching dialogue, inspired by the soon-to-be-released podcast, aims to enhance understanding of antisemitism’s complexities and persistence, equipping attendees with a better grasp of its impact on society and encouraging active engagement in combating prejudice and fostering inclusivity. <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join our panel of experts, and hosts of the </span><b>Antisemitism, U.S.A. </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">podcast for this conversation.</span> <strong>About The Podcast </strong> Antisemitism has deep roots in American history. Yet in the United States, we often talk about it as if it were something new. We’re shocked when events happen like the Tree of Life Shootings in Pittsburgh or the Unite the Right Rally in Charlottesville, but also surprised. We ask, “Where did this come from?” as if it came out of nowhere. But antisemitism in the United States has a history. A long, complicated history. A history easy to overlook. Join us on Antisemitism, U.S.A., a limited podcast series hosted by Mark Oppenheimer, to learn just how deep those roots go. Coming this summer from R2 Studios, part of the Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media at George Mason University. <strong>More About The Speakers</strong> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><strong>Zev Eleff </strong>is President of Gratz College and Professor of American Jewish History in Melrose Park, Pennsylvania. A prolific scholar, Eleff holds an international reputation for academic rigor and sophistication. He is the author or editor of 14 books and more than 120 articles in the fields of Jewish Studies and American Religion. Eleff’s research in American Jewish history has received numerous awards, including the American Jewish Historical Society’s Wasserman Prize and the Rockower Award for Excellence by the American Jewish Press Association. He is also a two-time finalist for the National Jewish Book Award, and a member of the Academic Council of the American Jewish Historical Society.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><strong>Kirsten Fermaglich </strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">has been teaching history and Jewish Studies at Michigan State since 2001.  Their interests center around the historical meanings and problematic nature of ethnic identity in the United States:  they are particularly interested in secular Jews as both members of and outsiders to the Jewish community.  I am also interested in the ways that gender, race, class, and family intersect with ethnic identity. They are currently researching academic Jewish migration to college towns throughout the United States in the post World War II era. Their</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> most recent book, </span><a href="https://nyupress.org/9781479867202/a-rosenberg-by-any-other-name/"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Rosenberg by Any Other Name</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (NYU Press, 2018), explores the history of name changing in the United States in the twentieth century. </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Rosenberg by Any Other Name</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> received the Saul Viener Prize for the best book in American Jewish history from the American Jewish Historical Society in 2019.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><strong>Sarah Imhoff's </strong>re<span style="font-weight: 400;">search asks questions about how bodies and their attributes, such as gender, race, and ability, shaped and are shaped by religion. Underwriting many of their research projects are questions about how embodiment makes religious meaning, and how religious discourse makes bodies. Their first book, </span><a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fiupress.org%2F9780253026217%2Fmasculinity-and-the-making-of-american-judaism%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Cmarmich%40iu.edu%7C4eac5588508744cc697708dba9a09b72%7C1113be34aed14d00ab4bcdd02510be91%7C0%7C0%7C638290279487329029%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=lmkRu1hvTsHd2RrqSuhoS7Vea7Yv1mRKNt3fj8I%2B%2Bdo%3D&amp;reserved=0"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Masculinity and the Making of American Judaism</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, argues that American Jewish men in the early twentieth century were gendered differently from American norms, and that this masculinity helped acculturated Jews argue for the value of an American Judaism. Their current research project is a hemispheric history of Judaism in the Americas, bringing together the stories of Latin America and the Caribbean with those of North America.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><strong><strong>Lincoln Mullen</strong></strong> is a historian of American religion. He is a professor of history at George Mason University, and the executive director of the Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media, a research center which creates websites, podcasts, educational resources, data-driven histories, and other open-access digital work to democratize history. He is the author of <em>The Chance of Salvation: A History of Conversion in America</em> (Harvard University Press, 2017) and <em>America's Public Bible: A Commentary</em> (Stanford University Press, 2023).</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Mark Oppenheimer</strong> is the author of five books, most recently </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Squirrel Hill: The Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting and the Soul of a Neighborhood.</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> He has taught at Yale, Stanford, and NYU, and in June he joins Washington University of St. Louis as professor of practice and the editor of the journal </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Religion &amp; Politics</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. In May 2025, Putnam will publish his biography of the novelist Judy Blume. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><strong>Britt P. Tevis</strong>, J.D./Ph.D., is an American Jewish historian whose work focuses on the intersection of Jews and American law with a special emphasis on the study of antisemitism. Her work has appeared in <i>American Jewish History</i>, <i>American Journal of Legal History</i>, and the <i>Journal of American History.</i></li> </ul> <strong>More About The Moderator </strong> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><strong>John Turner </strong>teaches and writes about the the place of religion in American history. He came to George Mason University in 2012, having earned a Ph.D. in American History from the University of Notre Dame and a Masters of Divinity from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Previously, he taught at the University of South Alabama.</li> </ul> ______________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with R2 Studios and the Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media.</em> <img class="aligncenter wp-image-6095" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/R2-Logo-2.0-5000-×-5000-px-5-×-3-in-1-812x487.png" alt="" width="293" height="176" /> <img class="aligncenter wp-image-6096" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/RRCHNM-logo-web.png" alt="" width="293" height="54" />

<div class="fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three white"> <strong>Thursday, May 23, 2024 | 4:30-5:30pm Eastern </strong><strong>Free on Zoom, <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIscuirqTwpG9UnUdbTWkGHUjKXZb7EtupE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">registration required</a></strong> </div> <div class="fusion-text fusion-text-6"> The <a href="https://icsresources.org/jahm-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Institute for Curriculum Services</a> is proud to welcome the <a href="https://theweitzman.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</a> as a guest presenter for Jewish American Heritage Month. During this session, <strong>Rebecca Krasner</strong>, Director of Education of The Weitzman, which leads Jewish American Heritage Month, will model a newly-available interactive classroom presentation. The goal of the presentation is to counter myths and misinformation about who Jews are by providing insights into the history and living culture of Jews in America. The 45-minute session followed by Q&amp;A will unpack the complexities of Jewish peoplehood, look at the beliefs and behaviors that unite Jewish people, share stories of diversity within the American Jewish community, and examine the ways in which Jewish people and Jewish values have shaped and been shaped by the America that millions of people call home. &nbsp; </div> <strong>NOTE</strong>: <a href="https://icsresources.org/jahm-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to view the full schedule of ICS's May JAHM sessions for educators. Most workshops are offered multiple days and at both 4:30 pm pacific and eastern time to accommodate as many teachers as possible.

<div dir="ltr"> <div lang="en-US"> <b>1 – 2pm ET (10 – 11 am PT) Live on Zoom Free with registration - <a href="https://www.classy.org/event/the-elder-statesman-of-space-flight/e586683/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=website-jahm&amp;c_src2=eventpage">CLICK HERE</a></b> &nbsp; </div> </div> <div dir="ltr"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div lang="en-US"> <div> Organized by <a href="https://www.nasa.gov/goddard/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4">NASA’s <span class="marke1txjzgfy" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">Goddard</span> Space Flight Center</a> This JAHM, dive into the little-known story of pioneering Jewish American engineer, <b>Abraham “Abe” Silverstein</b> (1908-2001), who was called by NASA its “Elder Statesman of Aviation.” From his role as chief of NASA’s Space Flight Programs to his posthumous induction into the NASA Glenn Hall of Fame and the National Aviation Hall of Fame, Abe’s is the story of Jewish American achievement you didn’t know you wanted to know! <b>Bob Arrighi</b>, a historian and archivist at NASA Glenn Research Center for more than 20 years, will discuss Silverstein’s contributions to U.S. space flight history without which NASA’s space program wouldn’t be the same. <b>About the Speaker</b> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div dir="ltr"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div lang="en-US"> <div> Bob Arrighi has documented the <span class="marke1txjzgfy" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">Goddard</span> Space Flight Center’s history through articles, websites, and books, including <a title="http://history.nasa.gov/SP-2016-627.pdf" href="http://history.nasa.gov/SP-2016-627.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5"><i>Bringing the Future Within Reach: Celebrating 75 Years of the NASA John H. Glenn Research Center</i></a> and <a title="http://history.nasa.gov/SP-4319.pdf" href="http://history.nasa.gov/SP-4319.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6"><i>Revolutionary Atmosphere: History of Altitude Wind Tunnel and Space Power Chambers</i></a>. He has also been responsible for collecting and preserving archival materials for the Glenn History Collection. </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

<b>Tuesday, May 21 </b><b>Live on Zoom </b><b>6:50pm ET Virtual Doors | 7:00pm ET Program Begins </b><b>Free with Suggested $10 Donation</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="box-cta__label"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/from-telegram-to-hyperlink-the-shneiderman-legacy-with-ben-shneiderman/e580767/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=website&amp;c_src2=fromtelegramtohyperlink" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register Here</a></span></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Step into the digital realm with us for an enthralling exploration of a family whose legacy is as diverse as it is influential. Ben Shneiderman, his uncle David (Chim) Seymour, as well as his parents Eileen and Samuel L. Shneiderman navigated varying paths but shared a common goal: to harness the technology of their times to document and disseminate pivotal world events to a wide and varied audience. This online gathering, an official Jewish American Heritage Month program, shines a spotlight on </span><b>Ben Shneiderman</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, who will offer insights into his remarkable journey and the enduring legacy of his family- the interview will be moderated by Sandee Brawarsky. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Museum currently has an online exhibition dedicated to his family’s outsized impact on 20th century communications and technology. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for this special event as we celebrate the achievements and explore the contributions of this extraordinary American Jewish family, whose stories of resilience, innovation, and impact continue to inspire.</span> <b>More About Ben Shneiderman’s Family </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">David Seymour, or Chim, used his technological and artistic savvy to capture the major personalities and events of the twentieth century in enduring photographs that appeared on the pages of journals and newspapers throughout the world. Seymour’s sister Eileen Shneiderman and her husband Samuel L. Shneiderman worked together as print journalists, sharing news with a worldwide network of Yiddish and English readers during an astonishingly long career. Their daughter, Helen Sarid, was raised in New York City but moved to Israel, where she taught English at Tel Aviv University. Their son, Ben Shneiderman, is a pioneering computer scientist who has championed human-centered design in technology. His research was essential to the invention of hyperlinks, which billions of people click every day, and more recently he is applying his skills to the conversation about artificial intelligence.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">From the battlefields and courtrooms of the 20th century to the computer screens and classrooms of our time, each member of this family used communications and networking skills to document current events and advocate for the well-being of Jews around the world.</span> <em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Learn more by visiting the Weitzman Museum’s virtual exhibition </span><a href="https://theweitzman.org/exhibitions/from-telegram-to-hyperlink/#:~:text=Join%20the%20Weitzman%20as%20it,his%20family's%20amazing%20saga%20below.&amp;text=Image%20at%20right:,a%20guide%20to%20Washington%2C%20D.C.&amp;text=This%20virtual%20exhibition%20was%20organized,of%20Ben%20Shneiderman%20and%20family."><span style="font-weight: 400;">here</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span></em> <strong>More About The Moderator </strong><b>Sandee Brawarsky</b> is an award-winning journalist, editor and author. She has written several books, most recently <em>212 Views of Central Park: Experiencing New York’s Jewel from Every Angle.</em> She curates cultural programs around New York City and online for many institutions, including The Jewish Museum, the Streicker Center, UJA-Federation, the Center for Jewish History and 92Y. For many years, she served as culture editor of The New York Jewish Week. She writes primarily about books, theatre, art and museums, special events and personalities from all walks of life, with a particular interest in creativity. Her essays and articles have appeared in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Lancet, Hadassah, the PBS national website  and other publications, including the Encyclopedia Judaica. She has also done ghostwriting for business executives, Holocaust survivors, artists and others.

<strong>Tuesday, May 21, 2024</strong> <strong>12 pm ET / 9 am PT</strong> <strong>FREE with advance registration</strong> <strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErc-qqqz0oHdbIzBpHlriYFqaR--RfT2Vj#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to register</strong> The first Jewish Supreme Court Justice, <strong>Louis Brandeis</strong>, was instrumental in shaping American law, the modern legal profession, labor relations, the American Zionist movement, and American society itself. Join biographer <strong>Jeffrey Rosen</strong>, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center and professor of law at George Washington University Law School, to learn about and celebrate Louis D. Brandeis. Organized by the <a href="https://www.aajlj.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">American Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists</a>

<strong>Thursday, May 16 In Person and Livestream </strong><b>5pm ET Doors | 6:00pm ET Event | 7:15pm ET Dinner (Dinner is Sold Out)</b> <b><strong> </strong><strong>SOLD OUT <del>$200 </del></strong></b><del>Dinner Package - Program Admission, Signed Book, and Dinner</del> <del><em>(non-refundable)</em></del> <b><strong> </strong><strong>GENERAL ADMISSION AND LIVESTREAM TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE </strong></b> <b><strong>$65 | $56 </strong></b>Weitzman Members - Program Admission and Signed Book<b><strong> </strong>$20 | $10 </b>Weitzman Members - Program Admission <b><strong> </strong>$5 </b>- Livestream (<a href="https://www.classy.org/event/joan-nathan-my-life-in-recipes-book-release-livestream/e574612/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=weitzmanwebsite&amp;c_src2=joannathanlivestream">Register Here</a>) Livestream Included with Purchase of Signed Book from the Museum Store (<a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/my-life-in-recipes?_pos=12&amp;_sid=d8a6d1254&amp;_ss=r&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_campaign=events&amp;utm_content=joannathaneventwebsite%20">Purchase Here</a>) <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/joan-nathan-my-life-in-recipes-book-release/e574599/register/new/select-tickets?c_src=weitzmanwebsite&amp;c_src2=joannathan" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register (In Person)</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>“There is no greater authority on Jewish cooking than Joan Nathan” -Chef Mike Solomonov</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><span data-ogsc="black">Back in the days when Jewish food didn’t mean much beyond bagels for most Americans, before za’atar was available in local supermarkets and the word <em>shakshuka</em> slipped easily off our tongues, <strong>Joan Nathan</strong> was already exploring the diverse world of Jewish cooking, laying the groundwork to becoming the world’s greatest authority on Jewish cuisine. In her latest cookbook, <strong>My Life in Recipes: Food, Family, and Memories</strong>, Nathan shares her story and invites readers on her odyssey of discovery, from Germany to New York, Paris to Israel, and the meaning she found in two of our varied culinary traditions.</span></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><span data-ogsc="black">In this special event, Joan will be joined by the acclaimed chef and fellow James Beard Award winner, <strong>Mike Solomonov</strong>. Together, the duo will embark on a whirlwind tour of Joan's culinary discoveries, sharing insights into the diverse flavors and techniques that define Jewish cuisine. From the tantalizing pomegranate syrup used by Syrian Jews in muhammara to the aromatic harmony of cinnamon and chicken, Joan and Mike will immerse us in a world of culinary delights. And let's not forget the iconic black-and-white cookies, which Joan reinvents with her own special touch.</span></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><span data-ogsc="black">Gather with your loved ones, savor every delicious flavor and raise a glass in honor of Jewish American Heritage Month. It is a celebration of culture, community and the lasting legacy of iconic figures like Joan Nathan, our culinary guide, storyteller, and inspiration.</span></p> <b><i>Stay for Dinner </i></b><i>and make it a truly unforgettable experience. The “Dinner Package” is your all-access pass to the onstage conversation, signed book, and an intimate three-course dinner prepared by Joan Nathan and Chef Mike immediately following the program. Dinner Package tickets are in limited supply, so get yours today!</i> <ul> <li><strong>Three-course dinner </strong>curated from Joan Nathan's new book prepared by five-time James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Solomonov. <em>Vegetarian, fish, and dairy, not prepared under rabbinical supervision.</em></li> <li><strong>Signed copy </strong>of Joan Nathan's <em>My Life in Recipes</em>.</li> <li><strong>Ticket to the onstage conversation </strong>with reserved seating; program immediately precedes the dinner and will be simulcast across the country for Jewish American Heritage Month.</li> </ul> <strong>More About The Speaker</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>JOAN NATHAN</strong> is a frequent contributor to </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The New York Times</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and other publications. She is the author of twelve books, including </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jewish Cooking in America</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The New American Cooking</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, both of which won James Beard Awards and IACP Awards.</span> Nathan is the author of twelve cookbooks including her latest work, “King Solomon’s Table: a Culinary Exploration of Jewish Cooking from Around the World,” released by Alfred P. Knopf in April 2017.  Her previous cookbook, “Quiches, Kugels and Couscous: My Search for Jewish Cooking in France” (Knopf), was named one of the 10 best cookbooks of 2010 by NPR, Food and Wine, and Bon Appétit magazines.  She is a regular contributor to <i><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The New York Times</a></i> and <em><a href="http://www.tabletmag.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tablet Magazine</a>.</em> In 1994, Nathan’s <em>Jewish Cooking in America </em>won both the James Beard Award for the best American cookbook and the IACP/Julia Child Cookbook of the Year Award.  In 2017 this book was named a “Culinary Classic” by the IACP.  The same James Beard Award was later bestowed on her 2005 cookbook <em>The New American Cooking</em>.  An earlier work, <em>An American Folklife Cookbook</em>, was given the R.T. French Tastemaker Award in 1985 for American cooking.  Her other books include <i>Foods of Israel Today</i>, <i>Joan Nathan’s Jewish Holiday Cookbook</i>, <i>The Jewish Holiday Baker</i>, <i>The Children’s Jewish Holiday Kitchen</i>, <i>The Jewish Holiday Kitchen</i>, and <i>The Flavor of Jerusalem</i>. <strong>More About The Moderator</strong> <strong>MICHAEL SOLOMONOV</strong> is a beloved champion of Israel's extraordinarily diverse culinary landscape, and the chef widely recognized for bringing Israeli cuisine to diners across the U.S., and around the world. He is Chef of the trailblazing restaurant Zahav, and co-owner of Philadelphia's CookNSolo Restaurants with hospitality entrepreneur, Steve Cook. Solomonov is the co-author of three cookbooks, and the recipient of five James Beard awards including "Outstanding Restaurant" for Zahav, making it the first Israeli-American restaurant to be awarded this great honor. The CookNSolo portfolio also features Federal Donuts, Dizengoff, Goldie, K'Far, Laser Wolf, and Lilah. CookNSolo expanded to Brooklyn bringing grill house sensation Laser Wolf, Israeli bakery &amp; café K’Far, and Jaffa Cocktail &amp; Raw Bar to The Hoxton hotel. Solomonov is a member of the American Culinary Corps and was appointed by President Biden to the President's Council on Sports, Fitness &amp; Nutrition. Outside of the restaurants, you can often find Mike with Steve at Pho 75 in South Philly, working out the kinks in their Israeli village.<strong> </strong>

<h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Welcome to the Livestream (below)!</strong></h3> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fweitzmanmuseum%2Fvideos%2F818005296861137%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0" width="560" height="314" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> Livestream will be available at 6 PM ET. Click <strong><a href="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/jahm-concert-program/">here</a> </strong>for a detailed line-up of this evening's event, including lyrics, translations, and artists' biographies. <b>SEE YOU THEN! </b> <strong>Wednesday, May 15 In Person and Livestream from Kennedy Center in Washington DC</strong> <strong>5:30 pm ET Doors | 6:00 pm ET Program Free | In Person* and Livestream <em>Registration Required</em> </strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/millennium-stage/2024/may/jewish-american-heritage-concert/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register for In Person Tickets</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/free-jewish-american-heritage-concert-from-the-nations-capital-livestream/e584014/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=website&amp;c_src2=jahmkcconcertlivestream" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register for the Livestream</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us in the heart of our Nation’s Capital to honor Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) with an electrifying concert featuring the rich tapestry of traditional Jewish music from Eastern Europe, Turkey, Cuba, South America, the Levant, and the Arabian Peninsula. Enjoy masterful performances from the exciting lineup of folkloric artists, each weaving their unique sounds and stories into the vibrant fabric of the American Jewish community.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Kicking off the concert and serving as the evening’s house band is </span><b>Frank London’s Klezmer Brass Allstars</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, an internationally renowned group that has captivated audiences worldwide with their high-energy performances of traditional Eastern European Jewish music. Also joining the celebration is the Miami-based singer of Sephardic folkloric music, </span><b>Susana Behar</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, whose performances blend the traditional sounds of her Turkish Sephardic family roots with her upbringing in Cuba and Venezuela. Rounding out the celebration are </span><b>Yoni Battat</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><b>Yosef Goldman, </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">two musical leaders dedicated to sustaining the sounds of their families’ footsteps through Iraq, Syria and Yemen- the places they had long settled before moving to Israel and the United States. Stay for the collaborative finale, where all musicians join forces for an unforgettable JAHM celebration. Join us in person or online for a diverse and rhythmic musical journey.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">People of all backgrounds are invited to join this sonic celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month in our Nation’s Capital or from wherever they can connect to the internet via livestream. </span><a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Click here</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">for more information on Jewish American Heritage Month</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">An Official Program of <a href="https://jewishamericanheritage.org"><strong>Jewish American Heritage Month</strong></a>. Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the <a href="https://www.kennedy-center.org"><strong>Kennedy Center</strong></a>, and the <a href="https://recordingacademy.com"><strong>Recording Academy</strong></a>.</span></i> <b>More about the Artists</b> <b>Frank London’s Klezmer Brass Allstars:</b> <em>Frank London is the founder and leader of Frank London’s Klezmer Brass Allstars, a group of musicians that celebrates Jewish culture and life through a multicultural lens. London is the cofounder of the Klezmatics, and has honed this particular style of music through his own research as a  musician at Hasidic weddings, as well as collaborations with the Marcovic Brothers in Budapest and The Hasaballa Brass Band in Cairo.</em> <em>London, a Grammy Award winner, has also been featured on HBO’s Sex and the City and the North Sea Jazz Festival. He has also co-founded the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and has collaborated with the likes of Itzhak Perlman, Simon Shaheen, Iggy Pop, Yaakov Lemmer, They Might Be Giants, Michael Winograd and John Zorn. </em> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/w8D7dHUO0W4?si=rsHJkYR4VlxIvhIE&amp;start=24" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></p> <b>Susana Behar:</b> <em>Susana Behar <span style="font-weight: 400;">is a Miami based Sephardic and Latin American folk singer with a distinct Jewish, Sephardic and Cuban heritage. </span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Susana has performed in numerous projects, festivals and concerts throughout North and South America, Israel and Japan, collaborating with musicians from diverse backgrounds and musical traditions. </span></em> <em><span style="font-weight: 400;">She is the recipient of the 2015 Individual Artist Fellowship Award from the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, in the Folk and Traditional Arts. In 2020 Susana served as Artist-in-Residence at the HistoryMiami Museum and currently, and since February 2023, she has been Artis</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">t</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">-in-Residence at the Deering Estate in Miami, Florida. </span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Susana has recorded three albums: La Galana i el Mar (2009), At The Crossroads, Live (2016) and TAPIZ (2019). www.susanabehar.com </span></em> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Secret Chord Concerts Encore - Las Klavinas Del Namorado - Susana Behar" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/913336800?h=730c50e94b&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe></div> <b>Yosef Goldman and Yoni Battat:</b><b></b> <em><strong>Yosef Goldman</strong> is a composer of contemporary Jewish sacred music and a rabbi and leading facilitator and educator of Jewish communal music and prayer. He weaves ancient devotional music from his Mizrahi and Ashkenazi heritage alongside contemporary American and Israeli Jewish sacred music to foster healing, connection, and social change. His original compositions are sung in synagogues, schools, and camps across North America and Israel. Yosef has collaborated on over a dozen albums with a diverse array of voices in the world of Jewish music in the US and Israel, including recording two albums of his original spiritual music, <a title="https://yosefgoldman.bandcamp.com/album/open-my-heart" href="https://yosefgoldman.bandcamp.com/album/open-my-heart" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-outlook-id="cb6a76ac-32a8-4dd2-bc50-cc4fe590a2ef">Open My Heart</a> (2019), and <a title="https://yosefgoldman.bandcamp.com/album/abitah" href="https://yosefgoldman.bandcamp.com/album/abitah" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-outlook-id="cdd65e60-4a26-4cda-a0fd-2fd14eb271d4">Abitah</a> (2023), which has been described as “a hidden doorway with the power to open the heart gently and deeply, with its elevated spirit; it touches the very root of the soul.” Along with klezmer trombonist Dan Blackberg, Yosef was selected for the Kimmel Center’s  Jazz Residency in 2018-19. Yosef’s  newest project is Kedmah: The Rising Song Piyyut Project. Their first album Simu Lev came out in April, 2024 on Rising Song Records.  He serves as senior advisor for Hadar’s Rising Song Institute and co-leads Shaare Torah congregation in Montgomery County, Maryland, with his wife, Rabbi Annie Lewis. </em> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Yoni Avi Battat</strong> (he/him) brings Arab music into the soundscape of American Jewish life through composition, education, prayer, and performance on viola, violin, oud, and vocals. Described as "an education for the ear and the soul," his debut album Fragments seeks to find new pathways to connect with ancestry and find healing around our fragmented identities. Yoni's newest project is Kedmah: The Rising Song Piyyut Project. Their first album Simu Lev came out in April, 2024 on Rising Song Records. From 2021-2022 Yoni toured nationally as an actor and violinist with the Tony Award-winning musical, “The Band’s Visit.” Yoni lives in Boston, MA, working locally and nationally to uplift Mizrahi identity in American Jewish communities. <a title="http://www.yonibattat.com/" href="http://www.yonibattat.com/" data-outlook-id="88d10096-bda9-4177-abe8-c9d019daa8d4">www.yonibattat.com</a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xZ2KxHXrgH8?si=pbX02hUj5IkIp76B&amp;start=24" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></p>

<strong>Wednesday, May 8th 5:00pm ET Doors | 6:00 pm ET Screening | 7:00pm ET Panel Discussion</strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman</b> <b>*$13 | $10 Weitzman Members</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/film-and-panel-discussion-or-code-name-ayalon/e574808/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> Under the code name “the Ayalon Institute,” a group of teenagers from the Hatzofim Aleph Scout movement and members of the Haganah built an underground munitions factory in 1947 that secretly manufactured and then smuggled ammunition needed during Israel’s War of Independence. Now celebrating its 75^th anniversary, the documentary, <strong><em>Code Name: Ayalon</em></strong>, explores <span style="font-weight: 400;">stories of the teenagers and young adults who worked in this secret factory and contributed to Israel’s establishment as an independent state. Interviews with the last surviving factory workers and commentary from noted historian Deborah Lipstadt, recount this clandestine mission. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">After the screening, join us for a panel discussion exploring the film’s creation, as well as how the history of Israel’s statehood influences American Jewish identity. Panelists include:</span> <ul> <li>Eszter Kutas - Executive Director, Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation</li> <li>Laurel Fairworth - Executive Producer, <em>Code Name: Ayalon</em></li> <li>Arnon Degani - Fellow, Molad: Center for Renewal of Israeli Democracy; Visiting Fellow, Middle East Center, University of Pennsylvania</li> </ul> *N<em>obody should be turned away for lack of funds- email programs@theweitzman.org if cost is prohibitive.</em> <strong>More About the Panelists</strong> <strong>Eszter Kutas</strong> is an accomplished nonprofit professional and lawyer. Eszter became PHRF’s Executive Director after serving as the project lead and acting director for two years through her employer Fairmount Ventures, a consulting firm serving the nonprofit and public sectors in Philadelphia. A native of Budapest, Hungary, Eszter is the granddaughter of four Holocaust survivors. Her commitment to the Holocaust Memorial project is both personal and professional; as staff attorney at The Claims Conference, Eszter oversaw the administration of a $1.25 Billion fund established by a consortium of Swiss Banks and supported the assessment of more than 80,000 Holocaust restitution claims across international borders. Eszter has served as a senior advisor and chief of staff, program developer, fundraiser, and project manager at Philabundance, the Philadelphia region’s largest hunger-relief organization, and was the project planner and lead manager for the nation’s first nonprofit grocery store to address food inequality and access in urban food deserts. Eszter is the Vice Chair of the Parkway Council Foundation. Eszter earned her J.D. at the University of Eotvos Lorand in Hungary and her LL.M. at the University of Pennsylvania Law School.<strong> </strong> &nbsp; <strong>Laurel Fairworth </strong>is a twenty-year broadcast journalist.  She appeared on-camera in New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Baltimore, West Palm Beach, Florida, and Tennessee.  She distinguished herself with Emmy award nominations for in-depth reporting, spot news reporting and features<strong>. </strong>For twelve years following, Fairworth produced news segments for NBC’s Today Show, Nightly News, CNBC, and MSNBC. Fairworth discovered the story about Israel’s most prolific and covert bullet factory on a trip to the Holy Land. Right then and there she vowed to make a documentary about its heroic workers, The movie <strong><em>Code Name: Ayalon</em></strong> was completed February 2020 and is now being broadcast on PBS/public television stations across the country. Fairworth is now working on a docuseries tentatively called<strong> Blews</strong> about the partnership between Blacks and Jews in music, sports, and civil rights. Fairworth has been an Adjunct Professor at Temple’s Annenberg School of Journalism, teaching an advanced electronic (TV) broadcasting class and was a Lion of Judea at the Jewish Federation, Women’s Philanthropy, and on the board or involved with the Jewish Business Network, the March of Dimes and Fashion Group International. Fairworth is currently the President of Cachet Communications, a Public Relations, Marketing and Media Company. She has expertise in creating and implementing special events, publicity, social media, and branding.  She has represented a diverse list of clients including: The Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation, (GPTMC), Lagos Jewelers (Philadelphia Flyers), Sheldon’s Crossings (Philadelphia 76ers), Independence Visitor Center (IVC), Drexel University, Nicole Miller Fashions NY, the Ronald McDonald House (NY, Chicago, Philadelphia, and LA), Variety the Children’s Charity, the Atlantic City In-Water Power Boat Show, South Jersey Healthcare Network. Artificial Intelligence company Kognition and financial powerhouse Morgan Stanley. &nbsp; <strong>Arnon Degani</strong> is a fellow at the Harman Center for Contemporary Jewry at Hebrew University and a research fellow at Molad, the Center for the Renewal of Israeli Democracy. He is currently teaching an introduction to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict at Lehigh University. Degani is a UCLA-trained historian of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict who is working on a book on the Integration of Palestinian Arabs into Israeli society. He is the writer and host of "Hesket Oslo," a podcast about the Oslo peace process, currently being developed into an English version titled "Still Processing." He has published several historically informed op-eds and essays about Zionism, the Palestinians, and the conflict between the two. &nbsp; <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> &nbsp; <em>This program is co-presented by The Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish, and WHYY.</em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="59" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3810" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/PHRF.LOGO-1-1366x216.jpg" alt="" width="360" height="57" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-2496" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/WHYY_NPR-1366x233.png" alt="Logo WHYY" width="458" height="78" />

<strong>Tuesday, May 7 6:00 pm ET Program</strong> <strong>Free | Registration Required | Limited Capacity Live at the Free Library of Philadelphia </strong><em>1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA</em><strong> </strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://libcal.library.upenn.edu/calendar/kislak/sephardic-culinary-heritage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Sold Out - Click Here to Join the Waitlist</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month at the Free Library of Philadelphia with two renowned culinarians, </span><b>Dr Helene Jawhara Piñer</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><b>Chef Mike Solomonov</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. In conversation at the Free Library of Philadelphia’s rooftop “Skyline Room”, Piñer and Solomonov will deep dive into the culinary heritage of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sephardim-</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Jews who lived in Spain until the Spanish Inquisition forced them to flee the kingdom or convert to Catholicism. Drawing in part on Dr Piner’s research in the archival manuscript resources during a recent fellowship at the Schoenberg Institute for Manuscript Studies at Penn Libraries, the conversation will also highlight the importance of these resources for understanding Sephardic heritage. The conversation comes in the lead up to the release of “Matzah and Flour” (September 2024), Dr Piñer’s second cookbook of deeply researched recipes from Sephardic Jewish life from 12th to -17th century in Spain and the diaspora.</span> <strong>The event will be followed by a book signing by Helene Jawhara Piñer - whose first two books will be available for purchase - and a reception with food from “Matzah and Flour” prepared by CookNSolo.</strong> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the Free Library of Philadelphia, and the Schoenberg Institute for Manuscript Studies at the University of Pennsylvania Libraries.</span></i> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>More about the Panelists</strong></p> <b><i>Hélène Jawhara Piñer</i></b><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a PhD in Medieval History and the History of Food. She was awarded the American Sephardi Federation's Broome and Allen Fellowship in 2018 in recognition of her impressive academic accomplishments and service of the Sephardic community, and the David Gitlitz Emerging Scholar Prize in 2021 by the Society for Crypto Judaic StudiesHer research interests are the medieval culinary history of Spain through inter- and multiculturalism with a special focus on the Jewish culinary heritage written in Arabic. From Yale, Penn, Carnegie Mellon, The Hebrew University, Bar-Ilan University and beyond, Her book “Jews, Food and Spain” was a finalist in the Sephardi culture category at the Natonal Jewish book award in 2023. Piñer has given lectures on subjects such as Reflections on the Jewish heritage according to the Kitab al-tabih, "Jewish cuisine in the oldest cookbook of the Iberian Peninsula", "Jews and Muslims at the Table" and much more.</span></i> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Mike Solomonov</strong> is a beloved champion of Israel's extraordinarily diverse culinary landscape, and the chef widely recognized for bringing Israeli cuisine to diners across the U.S., and around the world. He is Chef of the trailblazing restaurant Zahav, and co-owner of Philadelphia's CookNSolo Restaurants with hospitality entrepreneur, Steve Cook. Solomonov is the co-author of three cookbooks, and the recipient of five James Beard awards including "Outstanding Restaurant" for Zahav, making it the first Israeli-American restaurant to be awarded this great honor. The CookNSolo portfolio also features Federal Donuts, Dizengoff, Goldie, K'Far, Laser Wolf, and Lilah. CookNSolo expanded to Brooklyn bringing grill house sensation Laser Wolf, Israeli bakery &amp; café K’Far, and Jaffa Cocktail &amp; Raw Bar to The Hoxton hotel. Solomonov is a member of the American Culinary Corps and was appointed by President Biden to the President's Council on Sports, Fitness &amp; Nutrition. Outside of the restaurants, you can often find Mike with Steve at Pho 75 in South Philly, working out the kinks in their Israeli village.</span></i> <p style="font-weight: 400;"></p>

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Dual Heritage Month Celebration </strong></span></span></span>Sunday, May 5th <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Live at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market) </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Directions and parking information below</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Family Friendly Activities 1:00 - 5:00 PM </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum &amp; Store Hours 10 AM - 5 PM</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE! </span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">ALL ARE WELCOME - Registration encouraged</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="box-cta__label"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/dual-heritage-month-family-day/e580251/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=tickets&amp;c_src2=45417" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register Here</a></span></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <div data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <p class="x_xelementtoproof" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">CELEBRATE THE BEAUTY OF CULTURAL DIVERSITY THROUGH FAMILY-FOCUSED ACTIVITIES AND PERFORMANCES</span></p> <p class="x_xelementtoproof"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Experience a FREE multicultural family celebration at The Weitzman on May 5th! Celebrate Jewish American and Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with music, dance, crafts, workshops, and tours. Engage all ages in a vibrant fusion of cultures. </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Bring your family, bring your friends, and join the celebration of unity in diversity at The Weitzman Museum on May 5th. Together, let's create memories that bridge cultures and ignite curiosity!</span></p> <div data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <strong>1 - 1:45 PM Pre-show &amp; Opening Ceremony </strong>with Cambodian and Indian dancing, a Korean traditional drum performance and an Interfaith Prayer for Peace. <strong>1 - 5 PM  Diverse Asian Pacific and Jewish cultural folk activities including </strong>community artists, crafting games, printmaking, martial arts, Asian face and hand painting, calligraphy, ancient musical instruments, traditional drum mini-workshops, Asian traditional dress try-on experience, and more! <b>1:50 - 3 PM Performances include </b>a variety of Asian Pacific traditional dances and music <strong>1:50 - 3 PM</strong> <strong>Taekwondo Workshop</strong> <strong>2 – 3:30 PM Adoughma </strong>(Ah-DOUGH-mah) dough play: sensory-friendly play dough fun (all ages) with Erin Beser. <b>2 and 3 PM Storytime with </b><strong>jkidphilly!</strong> <strong>3 - 3:30 PM Dual Dance Extravaganza </strong>communal hora and Bengladeshi dancing <strong>3:30 PM Perelman Jewish Day School Choir </strong>performance <strong>3:45 - 4:30 PM Rak-Dan Entertainment</strong> leading Israeli dancing <strong>Explore the Museum </strong>with <strong>Weitzman Docent Tours</strong> at<strong data-ogsb="white"> 2 PM</strong><span data-ogsc="black">!</span> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;" data-ogsb="white"><b><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">DIRECTIONS</span></b></p> <p data-ogsb="white"><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">The Museum is located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Historic District, on Independence Mall at the corner of 5th and Market Streets (entrance on Market Street). Enter the Museum’s address into your <b>GPS: 101 South Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA 19106. </b></span></p> <p data-ogsb="white"><b><span data-ogsc="rgb(18, 18, 18)">SEPTA</span></b></p> <p data-ogsb="white"><span data-ogsc="rgb(18, 18, 18)">Via the <b>Market-Frankford line</b>, eastbound and westbound trains stop at 5th and Market, below the Museum. Visit <b><a title="http://septa.org/" href="http://septa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-ogsc="" data-outlook-id="7948de5c-92b1-4ca3-b666-07232e2f89da">SEPTA’S website</a></b> for more details and a trip planner, or use your preferred map app.</span></p> <p data-ogsb="white"><b><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">PARKING</span></b></p> <p class="x_elementtoproof" data-ogsb="white"><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">There are numerous lots and garages, as well as metered street parking, in the immediate vicinity. We suggest the </span><b><u><span data-ogsc="rgb(49, 95, 195)"><a title="https://goo.gl/maps/c2KESBWqiCtMJX116" href="https://goo.gl/maps/c2KESBWqiCtMJX116" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-ogsc="" data-outlook-id="b63fcfc4-2f52-4892-a5e0-cdd256139fdd">Bourse Garage</a></span></u></b><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">, one block from the Museum at 400 Ranstead Street. The garage is open 24 hours daily.</span></p> <hr /> You may also be interested in: <a href="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/">Every May is JAHM - Jewish American Heritage Month</a> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <img class="alignnone wp-image-3533" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="340" height="72" /> </div>

<img class=" wp-image-6056 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Dara-Horn-Author-Photo-High-Resolution.jpg" alt="" width="172" height="258" /> <strong>Thursday, May 2, 2024 </strong><strong>7 - 8 pm Eastern </strong><strong>Free on Zoom, <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hTZwY35hRQyRHwsJJtvStA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration required</a></strong> The <a href="https://icsresources.org/jahm-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Institute for Curriculum Services</a> and the <a href="https://theweitzman.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</a> are thrilled to host a conversation with Dara Horn, the award-winning author of six books, including the novels <em>A Guide for the Perplexed</em> (Norton 2013), and <em>Eternal Life</em> (Norton 2018), and the essay collection<em> People Love Dead Jews: Reports from a Haunted Present</em> (Norton 2021), to enlighten participants about her body of work and offer educators tangible methods to elevate and celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month in their classrooms. Attend the event, and you will be entered into a drawing to win one of five signed copies of her book, <em>People Love Dead Jews: Reports from a Haunted Present</em> (Norton 2021). <strong>NOTE</strong>: <a href="https://icsresources.org/jahm-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to view the full schedule of ICS's May JAHM sessions for educators. Most workshops are offered multiple days and at both 4:30 pm pacific and eastern time to accommodate as many teachers as possible.

<div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="JAHM Across the Aisle | Conversation with Former Members of Congress" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/942025278?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> <strong>Wednesday, May 1</strong> <b>3:00 - 4:00 pm ET</b> <strong>Live on Zoom </strong> <strong>Free | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/jahm-across-the-aisle-bipartisan-discussion-with-former-members-of-congress/e581348/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=weitzmanwebsite&amp;c_src2=jahmacrosstheaisle" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">A dynamic virtual panel discussion featuring six former members of Congress who delve into the significant role of Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) in fostering political activism, both within the hallowed halls of Capitol Hill and beyond. This engaging session will explore the relevance of JAHM amidst the evolving global landscape, examining its implications for cross-community and bipartisan allyship in today's politically charged environment. Expect a thought-provoking dialogue on the challenges and opportunities that lie in promoting unity and understanding across diverse groups in an increasingly complex world.</span> Presented in cooperation with <strong>Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz</strong>, Co-Founder of JAHM. <b>Featuring:</b> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Rep. Steve Israel</strong> (D)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Sen. Cory Gardner</strong> (R)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Rep. Ileana Ros- Lehtinen</strong> (R)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Rep. Tom Davis</strong> (R)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Rep. Max Rose</strong> (D)</span></li> </ul>

<strong>Thursday, April 18 </strong><strong>12 pm ET Program Start </strong><strong>Lunch and Learn at Gratz College </strong><strong>$25 | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://gratzcollege.formstack.com/forms/gratzlunchandlearnapril" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. 10/7 is a defining moment in Jewish history, ushering in sweeping communal changes ranging from a renewal of the primacy of Jewish identity to increased fears about long-term Jewish survival. Driving this transformation is the mainstreaming of antisemitism in the United States and around the World. Dr. Feinberg's lecture navigates us through the post-10/7 antisemitism landscape, helping us to identify: 1) How antisemitism is changing 2) What Jewish organizations are doing to combat Jew-hatred 3) Reasons to believe American Jewry can still achieve a prosperous and secure future Presented by <strong>Dr. Ayal Feinberg</strong>, Director of the Center for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights, Gratz College. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Gratz College in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em>

<span style="font-weight: 200;">Photo Credit: Amelia Hanes, December 24, 2023 in Philadelphia</span> <b>Monday, April 15</b> <b>6:15 pm ET <b></b><b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market) - Dell Theater (Program) and 2nd Floor Atrium (Installation)</b> <b>FREE | Registration Required</b></b> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Photographing Community: A Student Lens on Democracy</span></i><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></i>On view April 15 through May 12, 2024 2nd Floor Atrium <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/opening-or-photographing-community-a-student-lens-on-democracy/e574316/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Free With Registration</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">58 Central High School students captured, in photographs and writing, their beliefs, their values and ideals, and their sometimes challenging critiques of their own communities and of our American society.   </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Please join us at the opening, which will feature four students who will speak about their experience with this project, their individual work, and aspects of their personal story as it relates to their communities, citizenship, and care. Their photographs are inspired by the national multiplatform documentary initiative, American Creed, which looks at how communities around the United States express foundational democratic ideals. Our Central High School students are among the first to respond to this national effort.</span> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/G8QBDTyZMoM?si=8QzGkgpeYChH8wiB" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jace Charger, a Lakota community leader featured in the forthcoming PBS series </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">American Creed</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, inspired students at Philadelphia's Central High School to take their own photos exploring intersections of community and care.</span></i> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5613" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/AC-CitizenPower-logo-Black-812x580.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="179" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-5612" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/CF-Logo_white_blackbg-812x492.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="152" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-5611" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/nwp-logo-rgb.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="129" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-5609" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/wa-logo-digital-rgb-black-812x193.jpg" alt="" width="320" height="76" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3799" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-812x172.png" alt="" width="301" height="64" />

<strong>Sunday, April 14, 2024 5:30pm Doors | 6:00 pm ET </strong> <b>Live at The Weitzman</b> <b><strong><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)"><span style="color: #ff0000;">IN-PERSON EVENT SOLD OUT </span></span>$36 | $25 Weitzman Members</strong></b> <div> <h5 style="text-align: center;"><em><strong>A signature event of The Weitzman</strong></em></h5> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="box-cta__label">SOLD OUT!</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">As many Jews prepare for Passover, the most widely celebrated Jewish holiday, </span><b>we invite people of all backgrounds</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to join us for this long-running and beloved annual Weitzman event. Experience an artfully curated lineup of speakers, storytellers, and musicians as they reflect on traditional Passover themes such as freedom, renewal, transmitting traditions, and welcoming the stranger.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">This year’s event features stories from members</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Restorative Justice Program;</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> reflections from </span><strong>Rabbi Arthur Waskow</strong>, organizer of the original 1969 Freedom Seder, founder and director of the Shalom Center; <span style="font-weight: 400;">remarks and poetry from spoken-word artist </span><b>Vanessa Hidary, aka “The Hebrew Mamita;”</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">  and music from the most exciting band in Philadelphia, </span><b>Snacktime</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">,</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">who</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">—</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">fresh off of their first U.S. tour</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">—</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">will lead us in song together throughout the evening. Dinner will be served halfway through the show, when performances will stop for all to converse with their neighbors and enjoy the delicious kosher food provided by </span><b>CookNSolo*</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">This annual event is inspired by the historic 1969 Freedom Seder, where hundreds of people of all backgrounds gathered to explore and celebrate freedom in the context of the civil rights movement. This communal event invites you to our table for an evening commemoration, stories, performances, and community exploration of freedom in America today. </span> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This year’s event is produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Partnership with First Person Arts and Mural Arts Philadelphia. </span></i> <em>* prepared with kosher supervision by Deluxe Catering</em> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">**Nobody turned away for lack of funds, contact </span></i><a href="mailto:programs@theweitzman.org"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">programs@theweitzman.org</span></i></a><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to learn more. </span></i> <b>About Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Restorative Justice Program: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Restorative Justice department facilitates projects at Mural Arts that amplify the creative voices of people who have been disconnected from society. From our Reimagining Reentry Fellowship and the nation’s first Artist-in-Residence program at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office, now in its second year, artists are bringing light to issues to inspire change. Our latest End the Exception project joined a national campaign and engaged a network of incarcerated artists to share their experiences with prison labor, drawing attention to the persistence of legal slavery in our country. Learn more here: </span><a href="https://www.muralarts.org/program/restorative-justice/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">https://www.muralarts.org/program/restorative-justice/</span></a><b> </b> <b>About First Person Arts </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">First Person Arts includes storytellers practicing across multiple disciplines such as theatre, memoir, visual, arts, spoken word, and dance. In documentary art, the message is more important than the messenger. Learn More Here: </span><a href="https://firstpersonarts.org/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">https://firstpersonarts.org/</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Our Storytellers Are: </strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Eduardo Ramirez</strong>, <em>Assistant Artist with Mural Arts Philadelphia</em>: Affectionately known as Eddie, Cool Ed, and many other monikers, Mr Ramirez has been producing art since his teenage years as a graffiti writer on the streets of Philadelphia. Back then he was called a vandal, today Jane Golden recognizes his potential as a muralist.  Joining MAP in 2004, Eddie has contributed to over two dozen murals throughout the city; beginning with <i>My Life, My Path, My Destiny—</i>a mural that was designed in 2005 by brilliant Mexican artist Cesar Viveros—to the recent King Saladeen creation <i>City of Brotherly Love (2024). </i>His work has been shown in the Barnes Foundation and at Paradigm Gallery and Studio. In addition to his work as a visual artist, Eddie has also created written works that have appeared in the online blog, Minutes Before Six; Serving House Journal; and the Schuylkill Valley Journal. On November 30th, 2023, after twenty seven and a half years, the city of Philadelphia and the District Attorney’s Office recognized and acknowledged that Eddie had spent his entire adult life in prison for crimes he did not commit. He was returned to his family and friends, and to a community in MAP that has been committed to his deserved success. For the Weitzman Storytelling Event, Eddie was asked to share what freedom means to him.</li> <li><strong>December Collins</strong>, <em>Mural Arts Rec Crew Team Leader and Assitant Artist and Writer</em>: <span style="font-weight: 400;">Most know her as December, ‘Cember, or ‘Cem. However this evening you’ll be meeting Chucky “Miss Mason” and she’ll be your friend until the end.</span></li> <li><strong>Tajmir Ford</strong>, <em>Mural Arts Rec Crew Member: </em><span style="font-weight: 400;">From west Philadelphia, 24 years young, a devoted mentor and family man, Home &amp; Building Maintenance entrepreneur.</span></li> <li><strong><strong>John 'Yahya' Moore: </strong></strong>Yahya Moore served 27 years in prison for a crime he did not commit and overturned his wrongful conviction in July 2023. He studied the law for 22 years and litigated his own case until, through his network of support, pro bono attorneys from the Abolitionist Law Center stepped in to assist his quest for freedom. While incarcerated, Yahya became a certified legal reference aid in the prison and helped many other wrongfully convicted people win their freedom. He also began his bachelor's degree with Villanova University and became a facilitator for programs, such as Alternative to Violence (AVP), Just Listening, and Let's Circle up, a restorative justice program that is run within the correctional institution. In addition, he became a certified Personal Trainer and trauma informed yoga instructor. Yahya believes that the affirmations that we extend to fellow human beings are the seeds to transformation and the roots of better communities. He is co-author of <i>The Little Book of Listening</i> and offers workshops, motivational talks, and storytelling from his work, <i>The Diary of an innocent Lifer</i>.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Our Guest Speakers Are:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Dr. Neil Bardhan</strong>, <em>Director of Applied Storytelling of First Person Arts</em>: Neil earned a Ph.D. in Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester and researched psycholinguistics in The Netherlands. He now works in science communication consulting, including as part of the improv science team. He is a company member at PHIT Comedy and with the improv group The N Crowd.</li> <li><strong>Jane Golden</strong>, <em>Executive Director of Mural Arts Philadelphia</em>: Jane Golden has been the driving force of Mural Arts Philadelphia since its inception, overseeing its growth from a small city agency into the nation’s largest public art program. Under her direction, Mural Arts has created over 4,000 works of transformative public art. In partnership with innovative collaborators, she has developed groundbreaking and rigorous programs that employ the power of art to transform practice and policies related to youth education, restorative justice, environmental justice and behavioral health. Golden currently serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania and as Critic-in-residence at the Maryland Institute College of Art.</li> <li><strong>Rabbi Arthur Waskow</strong>, <em>Organizer of the Original 1969 Freedom Seder, and Founder and Director of the Shalom Center</em>: Then, in 1969, on the one year anniversary of Dr. King’s murder, Waskow was inspired to write and help organize the first ever Freedom Seder, a seminal moment for progressive Judaism and the moment when Waskow would first understand his calling to weave together progressive politics with prophetic Judaism. You can read his full bio <a href="https://theshalomcenter.org/rabbiwaskow">here</a>.</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class=" wp-image-6008 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-26-21-waskow-2160x1200-1-812x451.jpg" alt="" width="465" height="258" /><em style="text-align: center;">Rabbi Arthur Waskow speaks at a news conference to show support for a proposed mosque at 45 Park Place in New York City, Aug. 5, 2010. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Interfaith Benediction By:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Imam Quaiser Abdullah</strong>, <em>Inaugural Director of Muslim Relations, City of Philadelphia</em></li> <li><strong>Dr. Gity Etemad</strong>, <em>Member Spiritual Assembly of Baha'is of Radnor Township</em></li> <li><strong>Rabbi Abe Friedman</strong>, <em>Senior Rabbi, Temple Beth Zion- Beth Israel (BZBI)</em></li> <li><strong>Reverend Jay Gardner</strong>, <em>Zones of Peace Coordinator </em></li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Performances By:</strong></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>About Snacktime </strong></span><a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/4WdKwazXyV5Hc2YtWc2IDr?si=G1SfdFXwQhisMm5y-WybPQ">SNACKTIME</a> is Philadelphia’s already beloved seven-piece band, blazing a path cut from their soul, funk, punk, jazz, hip-hop, and R&amp;B influences. Created during the height of the pandemic, the group began performing free shows that combined their love of music, food, and togetherness in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square. They quickly amassed huge crowds and became a symbol of positivity and lockdown release, while showcasing the richness of their city’s musical history and community. This progressed to sold-out headlining shows, curation of neighborhood festivals, multiple appearances at Philadelphia 76ers halftime shows, and slots at major music festivals. Performing <em>Avadim Hayinu </em><a href="https://www.chabad.org/multimedia/media_cdo/aid/847033/jewish/Avadim-Hayinu.htm">(song lyrics here)</a>, <em>TOGETHER</em> (lyrics in the program guide), and a <em>Dayenu</em> medley. <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/NCnVULc8sdo?si=HyDdX-q4hPQzNsGu" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> &nbsp; <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>About Vanessa Hidary </strong></span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Internationally acclaimed  Spoken Word Artist/ Author/ Director Vanessa Hidary, grew up on Manhattan's culturally diverse Upper West Side. Her experiences as a Sephardic Jew with close friends from different ethnic and religious backgrounds inspired her to write "Culture Bandit," the nationally toured solo show that chronicles Vanessa's coming of age during the golden age of Hip-Hop.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">She has aired three times on “Russell Simmons Presents ‘Def Poetry Jam’ on HBO, and is featured in the award winning film "The Tribe," which was selected for the Sundance Film Festival, The Tribeca Film Festival, and The Jewish Motifs International Film Festival in Warsaw, Poland. Vanessa was chosen as one of 50 speakers to appear at the “2010 IdeaCity- Canada's Premiere Meeting of the Minds'”. She has appeared at numerous LIMMUD conferences including South Africa and the UK, andhas performed at the Lion Of Judah conference at the Jewish Federation’s General Assembly convention.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Her popular poem, "</span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yAeWyGGTdEE"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Hebrew Mamita</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">,</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">" went viral garnering over half a million YouTube hits, igniting widespread discussion among Jews and non Jews alike regarding the subject of identity. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">She is the founder of the Kaleidoscope Project, a </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">narrative-arts driven initiative that was sparked by a desire to highlight the stories of Jews of diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, observance levels, and interfaith experiences. </span> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yAeWyGGTdEE?si=TtnsX6LmNqrTm5CA" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> Transcript of <em>Hebrew Mamita</em> from Vanessa's interview with the United States Holocaust Memoral Museum (<a href="https://www.ushmm.org/antisemitism/podcast/voices-on-antisemitism/vanessa-hidary">full interview here</a>): I meet a guy in a bar that’s cute. He asks me out to dinner for the following Tuesday. I decline. “Tuesday is Yom Kippur. I will be fasting.” “You’re Jewish? Wow, you don’t look Jewish. You don’t act Jewish.” And he says it in this tone that sounds like he’s complimenting me. And I say… and I say… nothing. I say nothing, which combined with a flirty smile translates to "thank you." I say nothing, ‘cause I’m drunk on denial-coladas. I say nothing, ‘cause I got a contact high of someone’s antisemitic crack pipe. I say nothing, because somewhere along my life’s graph, I’ve been swayed to believe that being Jewish is not too cool, not too sexy. I say nothing, ‘cause I’m in deep sleep, a Snow White coma destined to meet my prince five years later in the form of stone in Jerusalem named the Wailing Wall. Lips pressed to cool granite, I place folds of paper with written prayers for the dead in a nook, in a nook in the wall next to a woman with concentration camp numbers tattooed on her forearm. Surrounded by fervent praying and bodies swaying, I am far more awake than I ever thought possible. I suddenly remember the Exodus of the Israelites and I walk barefoot from the Wall in the desert to the bar and look for the guy with the duck boots. He’s not there, but I have something to say to him. He’s not there, but I have a response to his statement. He’s not there, so I make a soapbox and reenact the scene. “Bartender, tell me I don’t look Jewish. Tell me I don’t act Jewish." ‘Cause I’m thinking, I’m saying, what does Jewish look like to you? Should I fiddle on a freaking roof for you? Should I humor you with oy veys and refuse to pay? Oh, ‘cause you know how we like to "Jew you down." "Jew you down," I’d like to throw you down. ‘Cause I walked here long miles on hot sand to publicly repent my sins. ‘Cause I almost forgot, six million died without having the option of giggling on bar stools. Almost forgot that concentration camp survivors are now a dying generation that my children may never have the sensation of seeing in person. And if you must see me as that blood-sucking Jew, see me as that pesky mosquito that bites and sucks the prejudice right out of you. Don’t get it twisted ‘cause you might live in New York City where you can buy knishes at stands for $1.50. We only make up 2.2 percent of the American population. You see, many in other parts of the country are not feeling me. I’m not trying to compete in a contest of oppression. Just feel the need to mention the miserable tension I feel in my heart when people say things like, “The Blacks and the Jews, oh, they just don’t get along.” Just feel the need to say I can’t be the only exception to the rule, just the one right now using my poetry as a tool to maybe change just one heart tonight. 'Cause I’m the Hebrew Mamita, long lost daughter of Abraham and Sarah, the sexy oy veying, Matzah eating, Chutzpah having, non-cheaping, non-conspirasizing, always questioning, hip-hop listening, Torah-scroll reading, all people loving, pride-filled Jewish girl. Bigging up all people who are a little miffed ‘cause someone tells you don’t look like or act like your people. Impossible. ‘Cause you are your people. You just tell them they don’t look, period. &nbsp; </div> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>The 2024 Freedom Seder Revisited is </em><span data-ogsc="black"><em>presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in production with First Person Arts and Mural Arts Philadelphia, and in partnership with AJC, Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, Eastern State Penitentiary, Gratz College, Jewish Learning Venture, Jews in ALL Hues, PHONK! Philly, Reconstructing Judaism, Congregation Rodeph Shalom, Theatre Ariel, Zones of Peace,  Shalom Center, PJFM, and Tribe 12.</em></span> <img class="wp-image-3325 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="293" height="62" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-3555" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/FirstPersonArts_Logo.png" alt="" width="293" height="46" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5719" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MA--812x305.jpeg" alt="" width="293" height="110" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5722" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/AJC-812x444.png" alt="" width="293" height="160" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5723" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/logo.webp" alt="" width="293" height="351" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5724" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/header-logo@2x-812x308.png" alt="" width="293" height="111" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5725" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Gratz_Logo-812x242.jpg" alt="" width="293" height="87" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5726" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/JLV_logo_Retina.png" alt="" width="293" height="121" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5727" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/428632852_724150123161860_9218283757013285482_n.jpg" alt="" width="293" height="293" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5728" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ReconJudaism_LogoTagline_RGB_MED.png" alt="" width="293" height="94" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5729" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rodeph.jpeg" alt="" width="293" height="473" />  <img class="alignnone wp-image-5731" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/images.jpeg" alt="" width="293" height="293" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5732" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/images.png" alt="" width="293" height="364" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-5501" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Tribe-12_logo_icon_color_300dpi-2.png" alt="" width="293" height="293" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3134" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi-812x849.jpg" alt="" width="293" height="306" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-5755" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Jews-in-all-Hues.png" alt="" width="295" height="93" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-5525" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/the-shalom-center-logo-retouched-812x809.jpg" alt="" width="239" height="238" />

<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Thursday, April 11th</strong> <strong>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</strong> <strong>6 pm Live Concert Footage | 7 pm Conversation | 8 pm Book Signing and Donuts General Admission $18 Members $13 </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</span></a></p> <div class="aVla3"> <div class=""> <div class="wide-content-host"> <div class="SlLx9 WWy1F byzS1 WWy1F" tabindex="-1" aria-label="Email message"> <div class="XbIp4 jmmB7 GNqVo yxtKT allowTextSelection" tabindex="-1" role="region" aria-label="Message body"> <div dir="ltr"> <div lang="en-US"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Celebrate the release of the highly anticipated book, </span><a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/this-is-your-song-too-phish-7-847384019862?_pos=1&amp;_sid=886ffd446&amp;_ss=r&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_campaign=judaicashop&amp;utm_content=phisheventpage"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is Your Song Too: Phish and Contemporary Jewish Identity</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, as co-editors <strong>Ariella Werden-Greenfield</strong> (Feinstein Center, Temple University) and <strong>Oren Kroll Zeldin</strong> (University of San Francisco) and <strong>Rabbi Eli Freedman</strong> (Congregation Rodeph Shalom) take the Weitzman Museum stage for a conversation about the band Phish, their diehard fans, and Jewish identity. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Phish concerts and the community that surrounds the band are avenues through which many American Jews find cultural and spiritual fulfillment outside of traditional and institutional Jewish life. In effect, Phish fandom and the live Phish experience act as a microcosm through which we see American Jewish religious and cultural life manifest in unique and unexpected spaces. </span> Browse fun Phish items or purchase copies of the book at the <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/search?type=product&amp;q=phish*&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_campaign=judaicashop&amp;utm_content=phisheventpage">Weitzman Museum Store</a>. <b><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">About the Panelists</span></b> <b><span class="outlook-search-highlight" data-markjs="true">Ariella Werden-Greenfield</span></b> is the associate director of the Feinstein Center for American Jewish History at Temple University. She also serves as the university’s special advisor on antisemitism and chair of the interfaith council. She is co-editor, with Oren Kroll Zeldin, of <i>This Is Your Song Too: Phish and Contemporary Jewish Identity</i><b><i> </i></b>(Penn State University Press, 2023). <b>Oren Kroll-Zeldin</b> is the assistant director of the Swig Program in Jewish Studies and Social Justice at the University of San Francisco where he is also an assistant professor in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies. He is the co-editor, with <span class="outlook-search-highlight" data-markjs="true">Ariella Werden-Greenfield</span>, of <i>This Is Your Song Too: Phish and Contemporary Jewish Identity</i>. <b>Rabbi Eli Freedman </b>was ordained at Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion after receiving his undergraduate degree from Brandeis University. Prior to joining the clergy team at Congregation Rodeph Shalom in Philadelphia, he served as Rabbinic Intern at the NYU Hillel, spent three years of rabbinical school in London and ran the outreach and engagement program at Columbia/Barnard Hillel. <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Feinstein Center for American Jewish History and Congregation Rodeph Shalom</span></i> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<b>Tuesday, April 9 5:55 pm ET Virtual Doors | 6:00 pm ET Program </b> <b>Live on Zoom</b> <b>Free with Suggested $12 Donation</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Recording coming soon.</em></p> The Weitzman welcomes you to a virtual book talk featuring author <strong>Marlene Trestman</strong> and her latest work, <i>Most Fortunate Unfortunates: The Jewish Orphans’ Home of New Orleans</i>, the first comprehensive history of the nation’s earliest purpose-built Jewish orphanage. As we approach Passover, when seder questions posed by children guide our understanding of Jewish values, this conversation will explore — through the lens of the Home in New Orleans -- the once-central role of orphanages in American Jewish history and the lessons to be drawn from them today. The conversation will be moderated by <strong>Dr. Jonathan D. Sarna</strong>, University Professor and the Joseph H. &amp; Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History at Brandeis University and the Weitzman’s Chief Historian. <b></b> <b>ABOUT THE BOOK </b>Based on deep archival research and numerous interviews of alumni and their descendants, <i>Most Fortunate Unfortunates</i> provides a view of life in the Jewish Orphans’ Home of New Orleans for the 1623 children and 24 widows who lived there, from pre-Civil War years through World War II. The work also traces the forces that impelled the Home’s founders and leaders to create and maintain the institution that Jews considered the “pride of every Southern Israelite.” While Trestman celebrates the Home’s many triumphs, she also delves deeply into its shortcomings. <b>ABOUT THE AUTHOR </b>Orphaned at age 11, <strong>Marlene Trestman</strong> grew up in New Orleans as a foster care client of the Jewish Children’s Regional Service, the successor to the Jewish Orphans’ Home, and graduated from the Isidore Newman School, which the Home founded. A former special assistant to Maryland’s Attorney General, Trestman’s first book was the biography of her mentor, who grew up in the Home: <i>Fair Labor Lawyer: The Remarkable Life of New Deal Attorney and Supreme Court Advocate Bessie Margolin </i>(LSU Press 2016)<i>.</i> Trestman lives in Baltimore and enjoys frequent visits to New Orleans where she co-curated an exhibit about the Home for the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience. For more information about Trestman and the Home, visit <a title="http://www.marlenetrestman.com" href="http://www.marlenetrestman.com" data-outlook-id="cf5487f8-020e-4e13-abe9-e16aab0f105a">www.marlenetrestman.com</a> <b>ABOUT THE MODERATOR </b><strong>Dr. Jonathan D. Sarna</strong> is the Joseph H. &amp; Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History, and Director at the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University. In 2018, he resigned as chair of the Hornstein Jewish Professional Leadership Program after more than a decade of leadership. He is past president of the Association for Jewish Studies and Chief Historian of the National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. Dubbed by the <em>Forward</em> newspaper in 2004 as one of America’s fifty most influential American Jews, he was Chief Historian for the 350^th commemoration of the American Jewish community, and is recognized as a leading commentator on American Jewish history, religion, and life. In 2009, he was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Sarna has written, edited, or co-edited more than thirty books, including <em>Lincoln and the Jews: A History</em> (with Benjamin Shapell) and <em>When General Grant Expelled the Jews. </em>He is best known for the acclaimed <em>American Judaism: A History. </em>Winner of the Jewish Book Council’s “Jewish Book of the Year Award” in 2004, it has been praised as being “the single best description of American Judaism during its 350 years on American soil.”<em> </em> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<strong>Monday, April 8 </strong><strong>6 pm Arrive and Schmooze | 6:30 pm - 9 pm Program</strong><strong> </strong><strong>In person at The Weitzman (5th and Market) </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</span></a></p> <span data-ogsc="black">Join </span><a title="http://www.dayenu.org" href="http://www.dayenu.org/" data-ogsc=""><span data-ogsc="rgb(17, 85, 204)">Dayenu: A Jewish Call to Climate Action</span></a><span data-ogsc="black"> for “Cultivating Spiritual Courage to Confront the Climate Crisis: A climate grief and resilience workshop” offered in partnership with <a href="https://tribe12.org/">Tribe 12</a>. </span> <span data-ogsc="black">Led by Dayenu facilitators, this workshop is part of an emerging field of climate Spiritual Adaptation work anchored in Jewish wisdom and building on practices from Joanna Macy’s <i>The Work That Reconnects</i>. It aims to support communities to confront the climate crisis together, with strategies for avoiding burnout, processing the emotions that arise, staying connected, and moving to bold action. This interactive workshop guides participants of all ages through small group conversations rooted in what’s at stake, and practices to process climate emotions, envision a just, livable future, and share resources for moving into climate action, for generations to come.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Bring your own dinner, robust snacks will be provided.</span> <b><span data-ogsc="rgb(34, 34, 34)" data-ogsb="white">Can't make it on 4/8? Dayenu will be offering the same workshop in</span></b><a title="http://dayenu.org/spiritual-adaptation" href="http://dayenu.org/spiritual-adaptation" data-ogsc=""><b> </b><b><span data-ogsc="rgb(17, 85, 204)" data-ogsb="white">Mt Airy on Tuesday 4/9</span></b></a><b><span data-ogsc="rgb(34, 34, 34)" data-ogsb="white">!</span></b>

<strong>Thursday, April 4 - Sunday, April 7 </strong><strong>Live at the Weitzman (5th and Market)</strong> <span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW220305803 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0">Join us at The Weitzman for Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's (PJFM) <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-springfest/">Annual Lindy SpringFest</a>. Throughout the festival, we'll host nine exciting and carefully curated films </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0">which engage with Jewish culture and values. See below for more information. </span></span> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">OPENING NIGHT</span></strong></p> <strong><em><b>THE SHADOW OF THE DAY</b> - </em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/TheShadowoftheDay" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <strong>Thursday, April 4 at 7:00pm</strong> <img class="alignleft wp-image-5557" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/TSOTD-HR-Pic-14-812x461.jpg" alt="" width="296" height="168" /> Set in late 1930s Italy, this gripping romantic thriller follows a disabled WWI veteran whose growing feelings for his enigmatic new restaurant worker forces him to reevaluate his pro-fascist ideologies. <hr /> <strong><em><b>FOUR FILMS AND A MUSEUM </b>-</em> <a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/FourFilmsandaMuseum" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <strong>Friday, April 5 at 2:00pm</strong> The Tel Aviv Museum of Art is examined in four short films that offer unique perspectives on the rich history of the institution, from its founding in the 1930s to its incredibly vast display of artworks and more.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> <em><strong><b><img class="alignleft wp-image-5572" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Three-Rooms.jpg" alt="" width="95" height="148" /></b></strong></em> <em><strong><b>A TALE OF BEGINNINGS IN THREE ROOMS </b></strong></em><b></b>Made up entirely of archival materials, this meticulous short expands on the founding and early years of the museum under Dr. Karl Schwarz, the first director of the institution.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> <img class="wp-image-5556 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/THE-FOYER-HR-Pic-812x457.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="139" /> <em><strong><b>THE FOYER </b></strong></em>The grand foyer of the museum is not just an entrance but a room of extraordinary artworks, historical imprints each with a story of their own. <em><strong><b><img class="alignleft wp-image-5562" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/34-Paintings.jpg" alt="" width="296" height="167" /></b></strong></em> <em><strong><b>NOTHING EXCEPT 34 PAINTINGS </b></strong></em>The story behind acclaimed art collector Peggy Guggenheim’s massive contribution to the museum in 1955 is retold, including her exceptional relationship with the director at the time, Eugene Kolb. <b><i><img class="wp-image-5571 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Museum-Plaza.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="165" /></i></b> <b><i>THE MUSEUM PLAZA </i></b>Since the museum’s founding, the outside plaza of the institution has become an area for both celebration and dissent, a place for protests, artistic shows, and demonstrations. <hr /> <b><em>JEWISH SHORTS</em> <strong><em>- </em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/JewishShorts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong></b> <strong>Saturday, April 6 at 8:15pm</strong> <em><strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-5567" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Peacock.png" alt="" width="247" height="139" /></strong></em> <em><strong>THE PEACOCK THAT PASSED OVER </strong></em>A peacock settles in the grounds of a synagogue in Leeds, England, prompting responses from its diverse Yorkshire residents. <em><strong><img class="wp-image-5570 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Chosen-One-812x313.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="95" /></strong></em> <em><strong>THE CHOSEN ONE </strong></em>A Hasidic man experiences a nightmarish transformation over the course of one night after shaving off his beard and sidelocks. <strong><em><img class="alignleft wp-image-5554" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/HALF-HR-Pic-5-812x457.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="139" /></em></strong> <strong><em>HALF </em></strong>After a chance encounter with a handsome stranger wearing a Star of David necklace, a half-Jewish, bisexual man decides to come out to his girlfriend, shaking the foundation of their relationship in this New York comedy. <strong><em><img class="wp-image-5568 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Periphery.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="222" /></em></strong> <strong><em>PERIPHERY </em></strong>Multiracial and multiethnic Jews from the Toronto community are interviewed about their lives in this evocative film that invites viewers to embrace the richness of Jewish identity. <em><strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-5566" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Kissing-the-Wall.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="133" /></strong></em> <em><strong>KISSING THE WALL </strong></em>On an intimate drive after a night out, two strangers stretch the boundaries of their desires after a shocking confession is made. <hr /> <b><em>WINNER'S SHORTS: A Collection of Films by the Late Yahav Winner</em> <strong><em>- </em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/WinnersShorts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong></b> <strong>Sunday, April 7 at 1:00pm </strong> <img class="alignleft wp-image-5559" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/WinnersShorts_Square-812x812.png" alt="" width="238" height="238" /> Yahav Winner was just 36 years old when he was murdered by Hamas terrorists on October 7, 2023, in his kibbutz home in Kfar Aza. The actor and director died protecting his wife and newborn child, blocking his bedroom window and allowing his family to escape. Together with Go2Films, PJFM honors the legacy of this visual talent whose films beautifully captured the small yet unforgettable moments of everyday life. <em><strong><img class="wp-image-5563 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Deep-Breaths.jpg" alt="" width="238" height="135" /></strong></em> <em><strong>DEEP BREATHS </strong></em>Winner stars alongside his wife, Shaylee Atary, in this hypnotic short about a young widow under distress who meets the ghost of her husband. <em><strong><img class="alignleft wp-image-5564" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Faith.jpg" alt="" width="238" height="106" /></strong></em> <em><strong>FAITH </strong></em>A Sudanese man living in Tel Aviv spends the day with his daughter who wishes for him to make up her mother. <strong><em><img class="wp-image-5565 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Indian-Grave.jpg" alt="" width="238" height="179" /></em></strong> <strong><em>INDIAN GRAVE </em></strong>Winner stars as a psychologically distressed man who, with the assistance of his father, performs an Indian burial ceremony at the beach in the hopes of being “reborn.” <strong><em><img class="alignleft wp-image-5569" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Boy.jpg" alt="" width="238" height="134" /></em></strong> <strong><em>THE BOY </em></strong>Yahav’s final film follows a father and son living on a kibbutz bordering Gaza where constant rocket fire threatens the son’s mental state. <hr /> <strong><em><b>SAVOY</b> - </em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/Savoy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <strong>Sunday, April 7 at 4:00pm</strong> <img class="alignleft wp-image-5560" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SAVOY-HR-Pic-4-min-copy-812x443.jpeg" alt="" width="238" height="130" /> Fast-paced, stylish, and positively engrossing, this hybrid documentary recounts the true story of the 1975 Savoy Hotel attack in Tel Aviv and Koacha Levy, a hostage whose fluency in Arabic made her prime mediator between the terrorists and IDF negotiators. <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>CLOSING NIGHT</strong></span></p> <em><strong><b>NO NAME RESTAURANT </b>- </strong></em><strong><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/NoNameRestaurant" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <strong>Sunday, April 7 at 7:30pm</strong> <img class="alignleft wp-image-5555" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/NNR-HR-Pic-10-copy-812x542.jpeg" alt="" width="238" height="159" /> Cultures clash and an unexpected friendship is born when an Orthodox Jew from Brooklyn becomes stranded in the Sinai desert with a short-tempered Bedouin man in this delightfully absurdist road trip comedy. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please get in touch with Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="392" height="83" />             <img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="107" height="112" />

<strong>Wednesday, April 3</strong> <strong><b><span style="color: #339966;">LIVESTREAM TICKETS AVAILABLE </span></b>$5 Livestream</strong> <b></b><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)"><b><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">IN-PERSON EVENT SOLD OUT </span></strong></b><del>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market) </del></span> <strong><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)"><del>6:00 pm Doors | 7:00 pm Program</del></span></strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="box-cta__label"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></span></p> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Conversation with Yossi Klein Halevi" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/932132103?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Jewish book award-winning author and acclaimed journalist, <strong>Yossi Klein Halevi,</strong> is set to take the Weitzman Museum stage to discuss the current state of affairs in Israel, chances for peace, what it means for Israelis and American Jews to share the experience of vulnerability and the future of American Jewish-Israeli relations. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">We invite you to join us for an engaging evening as Halevi skillfully explores significant issues spanning our community's diverse and politically divided landscape, providing depth and nuance to the conversation. The on stage discussion will be moderated by award-winning editor and author, <strong>Sandee Brawarsky</strong>.</span> <strong>More About the Speaker</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Yossi Klein Halevi</strong> is a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. Together with Imam Abdullah Antepli of Duke University, he co-directs the Institute's Muslim Leadership Initiative (MLI), which teaches emerging young Muslim American leaders about Judaism, Jewish identity and Israel.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Halevi’s 2013 book, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Like Dreamers</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, won the Jewish Book Council's Everett Book of the Year Award. His latest book, </span><a href="http://letterstomyneighbor.com/"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, is a New York Times bestseller. Purchase your copy of the book at the <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/collections/books-paper-goods/products/letters-to-my-palestinian-neighbor?utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_campaign=events&amp;utm_content=yossikleinhalevi">Weitzman Museum Store</a>. He writes for leading op-ed pages in the US, including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic.</span> <strong>More About the Moderator</strong> <b>Sandee Brawarsky</b> is an award-winning journalist, editor and author. She has written several books, most recently <em>212 Views of Central Park: Experiencing New York’s Jewel from Every Angle.</em> She curates cultural programs around New York City and online for many institutions, including The Jewish Museum, the Streicker Center, UJA-Federation, the Center for Jewish History and 92Y. For many years, she served as culture editor of The New York Jewish Week. She writes primarily about books, theatre, art and museums, special events and personalities from all walks of life, with a particular interest in creativity. Her essays and articles have appeared in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Lancet, Hadassah, the PBS national website  and other publications, including the Encyclopedia Judaica. She has also done ghostwriting for business executives, Holocaust survivors, artists and others.

<strong>Tuesday, April 2 </strong><strong>7 pm ET Program Start </strong><strong>In Person at Gratz College &amp; Livestreamed on Zoom </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.gratz.edu/registration-forms/awake-my-people" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Register Here</span></a></strong></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. What's the difference between a Jewish optimist and a Jewish pessimist? And how does the punchline of this classic joke shed light on our interpretation of the relationship between antisemitism and the development of modern Jewish identity? In this talk, Prof. Avinoam Patt will explore how Jewish responses to persecution (and acceptance) have affected the development of Jewish identity in the modern period, through the lens of political, religious, social and cultural movements that have shaped the Jewish encounter with the modern world. Presented by Dr. Avinoam Patt, Inaugural director of NYU’s Center for Study of Antisemitism and the Maurice Greenberg Professor of Holocaust Studies in NYU’s Skirball Department of Hebrew and Judaic Studies. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Gratz College in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em>

<strong>Sunday, March 31</strong><strong> </strong><strong>7:00 pm ET Doors | 8:00 pm ET Program Starts </strong><strong>In Person at The Weitzman and Live on Zoom Tickets - $18 In Person | Registration Required | 21+ Event </strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="box-cta__label"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://hamantaschen2024.eventbrite.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Recording available upon request.</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>WELCOME TO THE HAMANTASCHEN MONOLOGUES.</strong></p> We’re back for our fourth annual <a href="https://www.hamantaschenmonologues.com">Hamantaschen Monologues</a>! That’s right on March 31st, we’re back for another incredible night of storytelling about how our relationships to sex, sexuality, and bodies are informed and misinformed by Judaism. <strong>Wait, what's the Hamantaschen Monologues?</strong> We're going to fill you in on a lil secret: our favorite purim snack, the Hamantaschen, is not based on Haman’s ears or hat, but is actually historically associated with sex, sexuality, and bodies. That’s right, this WHOLE time when you were noshin' on ‘tashin you’ve been salivating over Judaism’s most sultry secret. (Don’t take our word for it, ask HeyAlma!) While there are times when our 5,000-year-old tradition may be prudish, Purim most definitely is NOT then. It’s a time to masquerade, to unveil, to expose and give light to true selves and true stories. Enters... The Hamantaschen Monologues! HamMons is live storytelling event about personal relationships to Judaism, sex, bodies, and sexuality. Now in our fourth year, we've brought together over 25 storytellers and 400+ listeners to embrace the tenderness, messiness, humor, and authenticity that is the Hamantaschen Monologues. We hope you join us. <strong>This event is a 21+ space and open to speakers and listeners of all backgrounds, affiliations, gender identities, sexual orientations, bodies, and relationships to Judaism. </strong> <strong>This year, in partnership with Tribe 12, we're coming to you live from Philadelphia!</strong> Partnering with <a href="https://tribe12.org/">Tribe 12</a>, <a href="https://ikar.org/meet/tribe/">IKAR Tribe</a>, <a href="https://jqinternational.org">JQ International</a>, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, we’ll be coming to you LIVE from our main in-person event from Philadelphia, at our live Watch Party in LA, and virtually from anywhere across the country. <strong>Philadelphians</strong>: join us in person for an incredible live event with drinks, music, and warmth. <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angelinos</strong>: we have a special watch party for you right in the neighborhood... hosted by the one and only Antonia Lassar! <strong>Nationwide Audience:</strong> this will be live streamed all over the world. Get cozy &amp; join us from anywhere. <strong>About our ticket sales:</strong> For Philly attendees: grab your ticket and don't forget to add-on some merch! Refreshments provided. For LA attendees: grab that ticket... it comes with a sweet sticker :) Merch add-ons available. For virtual folks: tuning in virtually is totally cost-free with an option of supporting the Hamantaschen community. <em>All funds go to support: our technological needs and platforms, nourishment (food!!) for our story coaches and storytellers, security for the event, and support staff to ensure our storytellers &amp; listeners are safe, comfortable, and supported while navigating conversations around bodies, sex, and sexuality.</em> <strong>Location (Philadelphia) &amp; Zoom Links (Virtual) will be emailed to attendees.</strong> <hr /> <em>Presented in partnership with The Hamantaschen Monologues, Tribe 12, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. </em>

<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Thursday, March 28 In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</strong> <strong>6pm Doors | 7pm Program $18 | $13 Weitzman Members</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/931145979?h=3477420c2c" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</span></a></p> What does Judaism say about love, and why do so many people--Jews included-- seem to think that love is a "Christian idea"?  How can Judaism's teachings on love transform our lives and the lives of our families, communities, and the broader world?  Philosopher and educator <strong>Rabbi Shai Held</strong> and and host emeritus of Radiolab, <strong>Robert Krulwich</strong>, take to the Weitzman Museum’s stage in Philadelphia for a freewheeling conversation on just how and why "<strong>Judaism Is About Love</strong>." <em>Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Hadar Institute, the Board of Rabbis of Greater Philadelphia, Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, Society Hill Synagogue and Mekor Habracha/Center City Synagogue.</em> <strong>About the Book </strong>A dramatic misinterpretation of the Jewish tradition has shaped the history of the West: Christianity is the religion of love, and Judaism the religion of law. In the face of centuries of this widespread misrepresentation, Rabbi Shai Held—one of the most important Jewish thinkers in America today—recovers the heart of the Jewish tradition, offering the radical and moving argument that love belongs as much to Judaism as it does to Christianity. Blending intellectual rigor, a respect for tradition and the practices of a living Judaism, and a commitment to the full equality of all people, Held seeks to reclaim Judaism as it authentically is. He shows that love is foundational and constitutive of true Jewish faith, animating the singular Jewish perspective on injustice and protest, grace, family life, responsibilities to our neighbors and even our enemies, and chosenness. Ambitious and revelatory, <em>Judaism Is About Love</em> illuminates the true essence of Judaism—an act of restoration from within. <strong>About the Author </strong>Rabbi Shai Held, one of the most influential Jewish thinkers and leaders in America, is President and Dean of the Hadar Institute in New York City. He received the prestigious Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, and has been named multiple times by Newsweek as one of the fifty most influential rabbis in America and by the Jewish Daily Forward as one of the fifty most prominent Jews in the world. Rabbi Held is the author of <em>Abraham Joshua Heschel: The Call of Transcendence</em> (2013), <em>The Heart of Torah</em> (2017) and <strong><em>Judaism is About Love (2024)</em></strong>, published by Farrar, Straus. <strong>About the Moderator </strong>Robert Krulwich is Host Emeritus of <em>Radiolab</em>, WNYC's Peabody Award-winning program about ‘big ideas’ now one of public radio’s most popular shows. It is carried on more than 500 radio stations and its podcasts are downloaded over 5 million times each month. He is also the author of the “Curiously Krulwich” blog, featured on <em>National Geographic</em>, where he illustrates hard-to-fathom concepts in science using drawings, cartoons, videos, and more. For 22 years, Krulwich was a science, economics, general assignment and foreign correspondent at ABC and CBS News. Krulwich has been called “the most inventive network reporter in television” by <em>TV Guide</em>.  His specialty is explaining complex subjects, science, technology, economics, in a style that is clear, compelling and entertaining.  On television he has explored the structure of DNA using a banana; on radio he created an Italian opera, “Ratto Interesso” to explain how the Federal Reserve regulates interest rates; he also pioneered the use of new animation on ABC’s <em>Nightline</em> and <em>World News Tonight</em>. He has won Emmy awards for a cultural history of Barbie, the world famous doll, for a <em>Frontline </em>investigation of computers and privacy, a George Polk and an Emmy for a look at the Savings &amp; Loan bailout, and the 2010 Essay Prize from the Iowa Writers' Workshop. Krulwich also won the AAAS Science Journalism Award for a 2001 a NOVA Special, <em>Cracking the Code of Life</em>, The Extraordinary Communicator Award from the National Cancer Institute, and an Alfred I. Dupont-Columbia Award. Krulwich earned a BA in history from Oberlin College, and a law degree from Columbia University in 1974.

<b>Sunday, March 17 2:00 - 4:00pm ET Reception, </b><b>2:30pm ET Remarks </b><b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market) - 3rd Floor</b> <b>FREE | Registration Required</b> <a href="https://theweitzman.org/hostage-portraits/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Their Portraits: Philadelphia Artist Honor October 7 Hostages</span></i></a><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></i>On view March 8 through April 14, 2024 3rd floor Atrium <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/reception-or-their-portraits-philadelphia-artists-honor-october-7-hostages/e567291" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Free With Registration</span></a></strong></p> <em>Their Portraits: Philadelphia Artists Honor October 7 Hostages</em> showcases the poignant work of eight local artists, depicting the individual stories of more than 200 hostages taken from Israel by Hamas. Meet the artists and come together as a community to reflect on the humanity behind each portrait and honor the resilience of those affected by this conflict. In partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and Combat Antisemitism Movement, this event stands as a testament to the power of art to inspire empathy and solidarity. Join us in acknowledging their courage, fostering understanding, and standing against antisemitism. <b>More about the Installation </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Awakened by sirens as terrorists infiltrated Israel’s border on the morning of October 7, Philadelphia artist </span><b>Sivia Katz Braunstein</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> counted the hours while sheltering with her family in a safe room on the kibbutz where she was visiting family. Only later did she learn that some 1,200 people were murdered and nearly 250 were abducted on that terrible day.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">After making her way home, Braunstein decided to use her artistic talent to raise awareness of the hostage crisis. She and a group of fellow women artists in Philadelphia – </span><b>Nancy Gordon, Deborah Morris Zakheim, Judy Rohtbart, Jane Bennett, Carol Lert, Sue Seif, and Carol Sack Denmark </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">– </span><a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/fleishettes-philadelphia-art-israel-hamas-hostages-war/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">volunteered their time</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and talent to paint 8x10 portraits of each hostage, including the dead, the freed, and those still in captivity.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">“We're artists,” said Sivia Katz Braunstein. “This is our way to bring attention to the men, women, and children forcibly taken from Israel on October 7th. They were just living their lives, like we are doing now, when Hamas invaded Israel and abducted them.”</span> From March 8 through April 14, the <a href="https://theweitzman.org/hostage-portraits/">special art installation</a> will span the museum's 3rd floor atrium, offering a profound reflection on humanity's endurance in the face of adversity.

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/67-a2tC7ZbU?si=_y6gyiITrmDibh8A" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <strong>Thursday, March 14 </strong><strong>4:00 PM EDT Program Start </strong><strong>Livestream on Zoom </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. The talk will discuss the origins of Jewish quotas in Ivy League universities and their evolution until they were finally eliminated in the 1960s. It will conclude with a discussion of why Jewish enrollments have declined sharply over the course of the past half century at all of the Ivy League institutions. <strong><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/antisemitism-elite-college-admission-brief-history">Click Here for more information about this event</a></strong> <strong>About the Speaker </strong><a href="https://sociology.berkeley.edu/professor-emeritus/jerome-b-karabel">Jerome Karabel</a> is Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of California, Berkeley, and is the author of the award-winning <em>The Chosen: A Hidden History of Admission and Exclusion at Harvard, Yale, and Princeton</em>, among other books. <strong>About the series “</strong><strong>Jews and the University: Antisemitism, Admissions, Academic Freedom”</strong> The integration of Jews into the university is one of the great success stories of modern American culture and Jewish life. Penn was at the forefront of this success story, with the first Jewish Students’ Association formed here in 1924. But recent events at Penn and at other campuses have led to accusations that the university has been too tolerant of antisemitism and become less welcoming to Jews. This series of free online lectures is an effort to share insights from history, sociology, education studies, and other fields that can help put the present moment into context and provide understanding far deeper than what social media conveys. <hr /> <em>This program was made possible by <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/resources/blog/announcing-gift-goldhirsh-yellin-foundation">a grant from the Goldhirsh-Yellin Foundation</a>. </em><em>Presented in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em>

<b>Tuesday, March 12 5:00 pm ET Doors | 6:00 pm ET Program</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets - $18 General Admission| $13 Member Admission</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/wild-burning-rage-and-song-replies-to-scottsboro/e547542/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</span></a></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Recording available upon request.</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.classy.org/event/wild-burning-rage-and-song-replies-to-scottsboro/e547542/register/new/select-tickets"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5484" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Weeitzman-Scottsboro-Concert-300x600-1-1366x244.png" alt="" width="1366" height="244" /></a> This concert/lecture brings to life a twentieth-century world of Jewish responses to the pervasive climate of race prejudice that gave birth to the Scottsboro trials—and injustices to come—through a performance of Yiddish and English poems from the era newly set to music.</em></p> <div class="event__text-wrapper"> <div class="event__copy"> <div class="basic-text"> <div class="field field--name-bpbt-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"> The Scottsboro Trials stand among the most renowned miscarriages of justice in the history of American jurisprudence. Beginning in 1931 with a false accusation of rape against nine Black teenagers, the case went on to invigorate a nascent Civil Rights movement, earn the international support of the Communist Party, and establish itself as a watchword among various strands of the American Left. It also inspired reaction from the contemporary world of arts and letters, most famously by poets Langston Hughes and Richard Wright and novelist Harper Lee, who adapted its events in <em>To Kill a Mockingbird</em>. The international, politically oriented Yiddish intelligentsia of the 1930s was no less galvanized, producing a body of creative responses that passionately took up the themes of the trial, juxtaposing its American injustices with diverse images, tropes and language imbued with their own distinct histories of oppression. These writings are the basis of <em>Wild Burning Rage and Song: Replies to Scottsboro.</em> This <strong>world premiere</strong> performance<em> </em>features <strong>Professor Amelia Glaser</strong>, author of <em>Songs in Dark Times: Yiddish Poetry of Struggle from Scottsboro to Palestine</em> (Harvard UP), composer/vocalists <strong>Heather Klein</strong> and <strong>Anthony Russell</strong>, and composer/pianist <strong>Uri Schreter</strong>. The hybrid performance/lecture will be followed by discussion and audience Q&amp;A. </div> </div> </div> </div> <b><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/wild-burning-rage-and-song-replies-scottsboro" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for More Information</a> </b> <hr /> <em>Concert Produced by the Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies and the Weitzman Museum</em> <em>We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt Family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em><b></b> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our programs <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="box-cta__label"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/v_cdkyq80dw?si=ljcBLIgvAmQMqZGe" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></span></p> <strong>Tuesday, March 12 </strong><strong>7 pm ET Program Start </strong><strong>Livestream on Zoom </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></p> <p style="text-align: left;">For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>.</p> This lecture will address the operationalization of silence following October 7th – both for the Israelis who endure October 7th and Jews in the diaspora. It covers the passion of anti-Zionists on US campuses, the pornography of those who perpetrated October 7th and, not least, the feminist impersonators who provide them cover. Presented by <strong>Dr. R. Amy Elman</strong>, Professor of Political Science, Kalamazoo College. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Gratz College in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em>

<strong>Thursday, March 7th 7:00 pm ET Screening</strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman</b> <b>General Admission $15 | Senior $13 | Student $10</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</span></a></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Rose (Françoise Fabian), a 78-year-old woman, has just lost her beloved husband of 50 years. A mother of three, all of whom are navigating their own personal issues, the recent widow is lost and adrift, confused as to how to move on to the next step in life while her large Tunisian Jewish family cares for her. Amidst her children’s worrying, family dinners, and endlessly lonely nights in her apartment watching TV, Rose develops a new yearning for adventure, a certain craving to be her own independent self. From ordering vodka at the bar, dancing to Sephardic tunes, making makroudhs, or flirting with a younger, handsome bartender, she discovers that it’s never too late to stop living. Rose’s choices are her own, and no one can stop that.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This International Women’s Day, get ready to fall in love with <strong>ROSE</strong>! Director Aurélie Saada makes a delightfully engaging debut in this lively film about family, grief, and being the creator of your own adventure. Screen legend Françoise Fabian gives a nuanced, impeccably layered performance as the lovable, strong-willed heroine steering her own path with confidence and wit. On this special day and every day, PJFM is proud to present a film that celebrates being an independent woman, no matter the age.</p> <strong>Official Selection: </strong>Boston Jewish Film Festival | Locarno Film Festival | Miami Jewish Film Festival | New York Jewish Film Festival | San Francisco Jewish Film Festival | Toronto Jewish Film Festival | UK Jewish Film Festival <h3 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" data-fontsize="28" data-lineheight="36.400002px">*ROSE will be preceded by the exclusive Philadelphia premiere of UNDER G-D.<strong> </strong></h3> Official Selection of the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, this deeply impactful short documentary explores the national Jewish response to the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022. Jewish women and organizations, including different religious and interfaith speakers, challenge the Christian nationalist lawmakers aiming to illegalize abortion. Maintaining their shared belief of the separation of church and state, these fearless individuals unite to protect the women and democracy of this country. <hr /> ROSE | Directed by Aurélie Saada Narrative Feature France | 2021 | 102 min French and Yiddish with English subtitles UNDER G-D | Directed by Paula Eiselt Narrative Feature Doc Short USA | 2023 | 24 min English <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please reach out to Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is co-presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="59" /><img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="102" height="107" />

<strong>Monday, March 4 </strong><strong>7 pm ET Program Start </strong><strong>Livestream on Zoom </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1QYlrVq0M5Q?si=MhWFnehewFyGcnXh" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. Do conspiracy beliefs generate antisemitism, or does antisemitism generate conspiratorial beliefs? In a time when both are increasingly present in political thought and rhetoric, it is critical to understand how these two factors interact with one another. In this talk, Dr. Jacob S. Lewis presents exploratory experimental research designed to tease out the causal pathways between conspiracy beliefs and antisemitism. He finds that Americans on the left and the right experience different pathways, but that both are susceptible to such beliefs. Presented by <strong>Dr. Jacob Scott Lewis</strong>, Assistant Professor in the School of Politics, Philosophy and Public Affairs, Washington State University. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Gratz College in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oe2r01k0YF4?si=2raJBGCzwieawqbe" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></p> <strong>Tuesday, February 27 </strong><strong>12:00 PM ET Program Start </strong><strong>Livestream on Zoom </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. How are campus communities handling questions about open expression in the day to day? What has changed since October 7, 2023, and what ongoing principles may be helpful in guiding policy? <strong>Sigal Ben-Porath</strong> joins the Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies' lecture series entitled, "Jews and the University: Antisemitism, Admissions, Academic Freedom" to discuss. <strong><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/campus-free-speech-after-october-7th">Click Here for more information about this event</a></strong> <strong>About the Speaker</strong> <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/who-we-are/sigal-ben-porath"><strong>Sigal Ben-Porath</strong></a> is a professor of education at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education. She is an expert in both the philosophy of education and political philosophy. She is currently a Penn Faculty Fellow at the Katz Center. Ben-Porath received her PhD from Tel Aviv University. She is an executive committee member of the Andrea Mitchell Center for the Study of Democracy at Penn, and was previously a fellow in residence at the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics at Harvard University. <strong>About the series “</strong><strong>Jews and the University: Antisemitism, Admissions, Academic Freedom”</strong> The integration of Jews into the university is one of the great success stories of modern American culture and Jewish life. Penn was at the forefront of this success story, with the first Jewish Students’ Association formed here in 1924. But recent events at Penn and at other campuses have led to accusations that the university has been too tolerant of antisemitism and become less welcoming to Jews. This series of free online lectures is an effort to share insights from history, sociology, education studies, and other fields that can help put the present moment into context and provide understanding far deeper than what social media conveys. <hr /> <em>This program was made possible by <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/resources/blog/announcing-gift-goldhirsh-yellin-foundation">a grant from the Goldhirsh-Yellin Foundation</a>. </em><em>Presented in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em>

<strong>Thursday, February 22nd 6:30pm ET Doors | 7:00 pm ET Screening</strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman</b> <b>GA $18 </b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/SupernovaTheMusicFestivalMassacre" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> <strong>SUPERNOVA: THE MUSIC FESTIVAL MASSACRE </strong>unfolds the truth of that fateful day with a punch of unforgettable audacity. Directed by Yossi Bloch and Duki Dror, this harrowing documentary carefully breaks down the events of October 7 through unedited cellphone footage, dashcams, and CCTV cameras, including interviews with survivors of the massacre who continue to heal from the unprecedented scope of that day. What transpires are gut-wrenching stories of resilience from the people who are forced to relive the terror onscreen; stories of hiding in bushes and bomb shelters near the terrorists, barricading inside bathroom stalls, jumping inside passing cars as Hamas shot endless rounds at vehicles. PJFM is honored to present <strong>SUPERNOVA </strong>here in Philadelphia in a special, one-night screening at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, followed by an in-person discussion with the directors, <span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Yossi Bloch</strong> and <strong>Duki Dror</strong></span>. <strong>More About the Film</strong> October 7, 2023, began like any ordinary day for concertgoers at the Nova Music Festival, located in Re’im, Israel. There were over 3,500 attendees from different countries at that week’s festivities, immersing themselves in days of bliss and endless dance parties. Out of nowhere, as the sun rose that early Shabbat morning, the world changed forever. What started out as missiles hitting Israel’s Iron Dome turned into Hamas terrorists infiltrating the area, shooting everyone in sight. What started out as a dance party, a place of comfort and <em>simha</em>, transformed into a bloodbath… As the months go by, as the war rages on in Israel and hostages’ families still await their return, there are individuals who continue to assert that the events of October 7^th were exaggerated, overblown, or even made up by Israel itself. The Nova Music Festival ended with the deaths of 371 people, as well as hundreds wounded and 40 kidnapped by Hamas. Despite published footage by both survivors and the terrorists themselves, many have turned a blind eye to this massacre. Regardless of the terror that was filmed that day, the thousands of lives taken, and the unspeakable trauma that survivors must endure, the world, from antisemitic conspiracy theorists to people watching the news, has downplayed October 7. It is our responsibility to never forget that morning in Israel, that holiday of Simchat Torah when families woke up to the sound of gunshots and bombs, when friends entered a music festival and left in tears and blood. <strong>OFFICIAL SELECTION</strong>: <ul> <li>Atlanta Jewish Film Festival</li> </ul> <hr /> <span data-contrast="auto">Directed by Yossi Bloch and Duki Dror</span> <span data-contrast="auto">Documentary Feature</span> <span data-contrast="auto">Israel | 2024 | 51 min</span> Hebrew with English subtitles <b><span data-contrast="auto">Official Selection: </span></b>Atlanta Jewish Film Festival | Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival | Miami Jewish Film Festival <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please reach out to Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is co-presented by Elaine Lindy, Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish, and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia.</em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="59" /><img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="102" height="107" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Presidents' Day 2024 </strong></span></span></span>Monday, February 19th <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Live at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market) </span></span></span><em>Schools are closed, but the museum is open!</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Family Friendly Activities 10 AM - 12:30 PM </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum &amp; Store Hours 10 AM - 5 PM</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE!</span></span></span></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <div data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <p class="x_xelementtoproof" style="text-align: center;">JOIN US AT THE MUSEUM TO EXPLORE THE POWER OF OUR VOICES THROUGH FAMILY-FOCUSED ACTIVITIES AND PERFORMANCES.</p> <p class="x_xelementtoproof">Join us at The Weitzman for a<b> FREE </b>Family Day of fun activities for all ages. Musical performances, crafts, tours, and more.</p> <strong>10 AM</strong> <strong>Two of a Kind</strong> acoustic an inclusive President’s Day sing along. <strong>11 AM </strong><b>Khalil Munir’s</b> "The Crowns' Corner" – Khalil will enchant through tap, drumming, and spoken word giving voice to his struggle with dyslexia. <strong>11 AM - 2 PM</strong> Crown making and Quill Pen writing <strong>11 AM - 12:30 PM Adoughma </strong>(Ah-DOUGH-mah) dough play: sensory-friendly play dough fun (all ages) with Erin Beser. <strong>11 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2 PM Family Gallery Activity </strong>with Lauren Alexander. <span data-ogsc="rgb(0, 0, 0)"><strong>Your Turn to Vote</strong> table with interactive voting activity and information about voter registration. </span> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <strong>Explore the Museum </strong>with <strong>Weitzman Docent Tours</strong> at <strong data-ogsb="white">11 AM &amp; 2 PM</strong><span data-ogsc="black">!</span> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 You may also be interested in: https://theweitzman.org/events/sensory-friendly-sunday-2/?utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_campaign=events&amp;utm_content=presdaypage <img class="alignnone wp-image-3533" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="340" height="72" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Sensory-Friendly Sunday 2024 </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Sunday, February 18 </span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">1-3 pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE!</span></span></span></p> Join our jkidaccess community for a fun afternoon at The Weitzman! Enjoy low lighting and reduced sound in the Museum galleries, family-friendly crafts, and special tours for those with disabilities. (Ages 0-12). FREE Admission | <a href="https://jkidphilly.org/event/sensory-2-18-24/?instance_id=15159" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link-type="web" data-segment-action="add" data-segment-id="1f30cd90-efb6-11eb-b0c7-fa163e0b03e8">Register with jkidphilly</a> Presented in partnership with Jkidaccess, a program of Jewish Learning Venture. <img class="wp-image-5306 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/JLV_logo_2x.png" alt="Jewish Learning Venture Logo" width="178" height="73" /> You may also be interested in: https://theweitzman.org/events/feb19/?utm_medium=organic&amp;amp;utm_source=website&amp;amp;utm_campaign=events&amp;amp;utm_content=sensoryfriendlysundaypage

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/r_3Z9PhN3Xc?si=doK2jxDBd8ba0pND" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <strong>Tuesday, February 13 </strong><strong>12:00 PM ET Program Start </strong><strong>Livestream on Zoom </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. For decades, claims about the existence of antisemitic quotas, instituted in the 1950s, dogged Stanford University. A deep dive into the archival record confirmed what many had long suspected: that Stanford took steps to limit the number of Jewish students that it enrolled. But it also surfaced aspects of a more complex story about antisemitism in American culture, even during the heyday of “tri-faith America.” <strong><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/antisemitism-and-admissions-stanford-university">Click Here for more information about this event</a></strong> <strong>About the Speaker</strong> <a href="https://ed.stanford.edu/faculty/aykelman" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Ari Y. Kelman</a> is the Jim Joseph Professor of Education and Jewish Studies at the Stanford University Graduate School of Education. He focuses on the dynamics of religious knowledge production among twentieth- and twenty-first-century American Jews. <strong>About the Series </strong> The integration of Jews into the university is one of the great success stories of modern American culture and Jewish life. Penn was at the forefront of this success story, with the first Jewish Students’ Association formed here in 1924. But recent events at Penn and at other campuses have led to accusations that the university has been too tolerant of antisemitism and become less welcoming to Jews. This series of free online lectures is an effort to share insights from history, sociology, education studies, and other fields that can help put the present moment into context and provide understanding far deeper than what social media conveys. <hr /> <em>This program was made possible by <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/resources/blog/announcing-gift-goldhirsh-yellin-foundation">a grant from the Goldhirsh-Yellin Foundation</a>. </em><em>Presented in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em>

<p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/517619/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Support Weitzman Programs: Click Here</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="The Jewish Catalog at 50" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/917355707?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" width="576" height="324" frameborder="0"></iframe></p> <span style="color: #000000;"><b>Wednesday, February 7 5pm Doors | 5:45pm Program | 6:45pm Reception (In Person Only)</b></span> <span style="color: #000000;"><b>In Person at The Weitzman &amp; Livestreamed on Zoom</b></span> <span style="color: #000000;"><b>Tickets: $15 | $12 UPENN Tickets | <em>FREE </em>Weitzman Members | </b><strong><em>FREE</em></strong><b> Livestream with suggested $5 donation</b></span> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/517619/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <div class="aVla3"> <div class=""> <div class="wide-content-host"> <div class="SlLx9 WWy1F byzS1 WWy1F" tabindex="-1" aria-label="Email message"> <div class="XbIp4 jmmB7 GNqVo yxtKT allowTextSelection" tabindex="-1" role="region" aria-label="Message body"> <div dir="ltr"> <div lang="en-US"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">In the Fall of 1973, three young leaders emerged from the Jewish counterculture movement with an audacious vision. They sought to reshape Judaism and make it accessible to all. The fruits of their labor, the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jewish Catalog</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, burst forth into the world, captivating the hearts and minds of a generation.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Published by the esteemed Jewish Publication Society in the heart of Philadelphia, the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jewish Catalog</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has since become a beacon of knowledge, guiding countless individuals on the path to a richer Jewish life. Unveiled in its pages is a treasure trove of resources and tools, all  artfully presented in an informal yet exquisitely illustrated format. The brilliance of the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catalog</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> lies in its universality. No matter one's background or level of knowledge, the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Catalog</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> warmly embraces one and all. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for a conversation celebrating the 50th anniversary of the</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Jewish Catalog–</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">a  bestseller whose success led to second and third </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jewish Catalog</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> editions– a groundbreaking publication that revolutionized Judaism. Gather with us to explore the origins, development, and profound impact of this landmark manifesto in American Jewish life. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">A Reception will immediately follow the discussion (vegetarian/dairy not prepared under rabbinic supervision).</span> </div> </div> </div> &nbsp; <b>About the Panelists</b> <b>Rabbi Michael Strassfeld</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has been prominent in the American Jewish community for nearly forty years, dating from his involvement as co-editor of the first Jewish Catalog in 1973. He graduated magna cum laude from Brandeis University (1971) with honors in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, after having spent his freshman year at the Rabbi Isaac Elhanan Theological Seminary of Yeshiva University. He also holds an M.A. degree from Brandeis in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, and completed his doctoral coursework in Jewish History at Brandeis. He received his ordination from the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College in 1991.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Rabbi Strassfeld was very active in the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Havurah</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> movement, having been the founding chairperson of the National Havurah Committee from 1979 to 1982. Before coming to the SAJ, he held various positions at Congregation </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ansche Chesed</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on the Upper West Side, including Director of Program and Development, Executive Director, and Rabbi of the congregation. Rabbi Strassfeld led the SAJ from 2001-2015.</span> <b>Joshua Teplitsky</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is an associate professor and the Joseph Meyerhoff Chair in Modern Jewish History at the University of Pennsylvania. He has held fellowships at the University of Oxford, the National Library of Israel, the University of Pennsylvania, and Harvard University. His book, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Prince of the Press: How One Collector Built History's Most Enduring and Remarkable Jewish Library</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> was published by Yale University Press in 2019 and was named the winner of the Salo Baron Prize of the AAJR for best first book in Jewish Studies in 2019, the 2020 Jordan Schnitzer Book Award of the Association for Jewish Studies and was a finalist for the National Jewish Book Award. He is the editor, with Warren Klein and Sharon Liberman Mintz of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Be Fruitful! The Etrog in Jewish Art, Culture, and History</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Mineged, 2022). He is an Associate Editor of the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Encyclopedia of Jewish Book Cultures. </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">He also co-leads a digital humanities project called </span><a href="https://footprints.ctl.columbia.edu/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Footprints: Jewish Books through time and place</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which tracks the movement of Jewish books since the inception of print. He is currently at work on a book reconstructing a plague epidemic in eighteenth-century Prague and its impact on Jewish social and cultural life in the city.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span> <b>Beth S. Wenger</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is Moritz and Josephine Berg Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania where she serves as Associate Dean for Graduate Studies. Wenger’s most recent book is a co-edited anthology (with Firoozeh Kashani-Sabet), titled </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Gender-Judaism-Islam-Uncommon-Heritage/dp/1479801275/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;sr=8-1&amp;qid=1435680111"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gender in Judaism and Islam: Common Lives, Uncommon Heritage</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (New York University Press, 2014).  She is also the author of </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/History-Lessons-Creation-American-Heritage/dp/069115614X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1431617041&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=History+Lessons%3A+The+Creation+of+American+Jewish+Heritage"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">History Lessons: The Creation of American Jewish Heritage</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Princeton University Press, 2010) and </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/New-York-Jews-Great-Depression/dp/0815606176/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;sr=8-1&amp;qid=1435680144"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">New York Jews and the Great Depression: Uncertain Promise</span></i></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;">(Yale University Press, 1996), which was awarded the Salo Baron Prize in Jewish History from the American Academy of Jewish Research.  Her other books include </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Jewish-Americans-Centuries-Voices-America/dp/0385521391/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1431617064&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=The+Jewish+Americans%3A+Three+Centuries+of+Jewish+Voices+in+America"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Jewish Americans: Three Centuries of Jewish Voices in America</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Doubleday, 2007), companion volume to the </span><a href="http://www.pbs.org/jewishamericans/jewish_life/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2008 PBS series, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">titled The Jewish Americans</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.  In addition to writing </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Jewish Americans,</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> which was named a National Jewish Book Award finalist, Wenger served on the board of distinguished scholars advising the PBS series.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> Wenger’s other co-edited collections include </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Remembering-Lower-East-Side-Reflections/dp/0253337887/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1431617171&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=Remembering+the+Lower+East+Side%3A+American+Jewish+Reflections"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Remembering the Lower East Side: American Jewish Reflections</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (with Hasia Diner and Jeffrey Shandler) as well as the museum catalogue for the exhibition that she co-curated (with Jeffrey Shandler), titled </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Encounters-Holy-Land-American-Institute/dp/1891507001"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Encounters with the “Holy Land:” Place, Past, and Future in American Jewish Culture.</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> That catalogue received honorable mention as one of the American Library Association’s Exhibition Catalogue Awards for Excellence. Wenger has published numerous scholarly articles, including contributions to the journals </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">American Jewish History,Jewish Social Studies,</span></i> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">the Journal of Women's History, Journal</span></i> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">of the</span></i> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gilded Age and</span></i> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Progressive Era</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, as well as several essays in collected volumes and anthologies.</span> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> <em>This event is Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, Brandeis Library, Brandeis University, Penn’s Jewish Studies Program, and the Jewish Publication Society.</em> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106

<strong>Wednesday, February 7 </strong><strong>12:00 PM EST Program Start </strong><strong>Livestream on Zoom </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Today to Support our Public Programs</span></a></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fi15T47BUSs?si=pDcD0-FarR6DadHA" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> Prior to the 2017 “Unite the Right” rally, scholars of American Jewish history considered antisemitism marginal to the field. In this presentation Weitzman Museum historian, <strong>Pamela Nadell</strong>, examines how the contemporary surge of antisemitism in the U.S. has impacted the teaching and scholarship of American Jewish history. <strong><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/past-and-present-impact-antisemitism-study-american-jewish-history">Click Here for more information about this event</a></strong> <strong>About the Speaker</strong> <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/www.pamelanadell.com">Pamela Nadell</a>’s <em>America’s Jewish Women: A History from Colonial Times to Today</em> was named the 2019 Jewish Book of the Year by the National Jewish Book Awards. She is currently writing <em>Antisemitism, an American Tradition.</em> <strong>About the series </strong> The integration of Jews into the university is one of the great success stories of modern American culture and Jewish life. Penn was at the forefront of this success story, with the first Jewish Students’ Association formed here in 1924. But recent events at Penn and at other campuses have led to accusations that the university has been too tolerant of antisemitism and become less welcoming to Jews. This series of free online lectures is an effort to share insights from history, sociology, education studies, and other fields that can help put the present moment into context and provide understanding far deeper than what social media conveys. <hr /> <em>This program was made possible by <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/resources/blog/announcing-gift-goldhirsh-yellin-foundation">a grant from the Goldhirsh-Yellin Foundation</a>. </em><em>Presented in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em>

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday, February 4, 1 pm - 3pm ET $20 General Admission | $18 Seniors &amp; Students | $15 Weitzman and Laurel Hill Members | $2 ACCESS Cardholders </b><b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/AmericanBirthright" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a></b><b>In Person at West Laurel Hill Cemetery</b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://67610.blackbaudhosting.com/67610/tickets?tab=2&amp;txobjid=d0fae4c3-2666-4d02-8360-6de2f187f24b" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for a short tour of Laurel Hill West’s wintry arboretum in celebration of Tu B’Shevat, often called the Jewish New Year for the Trees. As we examine barks, buds, and berries, we’ll learn about the historical, agricultural, and spiritual origins of Tu B’Shevat and how it is celebrated around the world today. Afterward, enjoy</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> <strong><a href="https://www.camunacellars.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Camuna Cellars</a></strong> wine along with fruits significant to the holiday </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">and often consumed during Tu B’shevat Seders</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This event is presented in partnership with the Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery.</span> <strong>Directions:</strong> We will depart from the CONSERVATORY inside West Laurel Hill Cemetery (<strong>not </strong>the first building you see). Directions for getting to West Laurel Hill Cemetery <a href="https://westlaurelhill.com/about/visit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">are linked here</a>. West Laurel Hill Cemetery is located at <strong>340 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd PA 19004.</strong> When you arrive and enter the cemetery you will pass two sets of gates and see a white line on the road. Follow this line to the Conservatory. Free parking is available outside the Conservatory. <strong>NOTE FOR UBER/LYFT RIDERS:</strong> Have your driver go into the cemetery following the above directions—otherwise, you will have a 5–10-minute walk to the event location. <strong>Accessibility:</strong> <ul> <li>Accessible parking is available at the Conservatory.</li> <li>This tour does require going up and down hills and on uneven terrain.</li> </ul> ________________________________________________________________________________ <i>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery.</i> <img class="wp-image-3403 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="312" height="66" /><img class="wp-image-3405 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/LHC_Logo_Friends_Vertical_Evergreen_RGB.png" alt="" width="96" height="67" />

<strong>Tuesday, January 23 </strong><strong>7 pm Program </strong><strong>In-person at Penn Hillel</strong> <em>Shotel Dubin Auditorium (2nd floor), Steinhardt Hall</em> <em>215 S. 39th Street, Philadelphia</em><strong> </strong><strong>FREE | Registration Required</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support Weitzman Museum Programs - Donate Today</a></p> For more events in this series, <em>Antisemitism in Focus: Looking Deeper Before and After 10/7</em>, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jews-and-the-university-antisemitism-admissions-academic-freedom/">click here</a>. Renowned novelist, essayist, and literature professor <strong>Dara Horn</strong> headline this live, in-person event hosted jointly by the <strong>Katz Center</strong> and <strong>Penn Hillel</strong> on Penn’s campus. In this inaugural program for the series entitled, "Jews, and the University: Antisemitism, Admissions, Academic Freedom", Horn will explore past challenges and future strategies in educating Americans about and combatting antisemitism. With five novels, including a finalist for the 2021 Kirkus Prize in Non-Fiction, and a collection titled <em>People Love Dead Jews</em>, Dr. Horn’s contributions to literature and her role as a member of Harvard’s advisory group to combat antisemitism underscore her esteemed expertise and accolades in the field. <strong><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/antisemitism-and-education">Click Here for more information about this event</a></strong> <strong>About the series</strong> The integration of Jews into the university is one of the great success stories of modern American culture and Jewish life. Penn was at the forefront of this success story, with the first Jewish Students’ Association formed here in 1924. But recent events at Penn and at other campuses have led to accusations that the university has been too tolerant of antisemitism and become less welcoming to Jews. This series of free online lectures is an effort to share insights from history, sociology, education studies, and other fields that can help put the present moment into context and provide understanding far deeper than what social media conveys. <hr /> The Katz Center and Penn Hillel co-present this live, in-person program on Penn’s campus. This program inaugurates a new initiative on the study of antisemitism made possible by a grant from the Goldhirsh-Yellin Foundation. Learn more about the series <strong>“Jews and the University: Antisemitism, Admissions, Academic Freedom”</strong> <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">here</span></strong>. <em>Presented in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em>

<b>Sunday, January 21 1:00 pm ET Doors | 2:00 pm ET Concert</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets - $18 General Admission| $13 Member Admission</b> This event is the first of a two-part series. For details on the March 12 concert, <em>Wild Burning Rage and Song: Replies to the Scottsboro</em>, click <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/replies-to-scottsboro/?utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_campaign=events&amp;utm_content=ottomanempireeventpage">here</a></strong>. <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/sacred-soundscapes-musical-traditions-of-the-ottoman-empire/e542592/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Purchase Tickets</span></a></strong></p> <div class="event__text-wrapper"> <div class="event__copy"> <div class="basic-text"> <div class="field field--name-bpbt-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"> <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Centuries of coexistence had a deep impact on the musical and devotional traditions of Muslims, Christians, and Jews in the lands of the Ottoman Empire. Multi-layered interfaith interactions shaped the melodies and hymns of religious communities.</em></p> <strong>This musical program celebrates these powerful affinities</strong> through diverse Ottoman spiritual traditions, especially from the tumultuous nineteenth century. The concert program, performed by the award-winning <strong>Dünya Ensemble</strong>, will include mainstream Sunni Muslim, Christian, and Jewish music from the era, as well as hymns and compositions of several different Sufi brotherhoods along with the heterodox mystical traditions of the Alevis and Bektaşis and the Sabbatian Ma’aminim (devotees of the Jewish messiah Sabbatai Tsvi). Your guides to the Ottoman sacred soundscapes of the past will be the composer/performer and professor <strong>Mehmet Ali Sanlıkol</strong>, together with the Israeli scholar of Ottoman Jewish culture <strong>Dr. Hadar Feldman Samet</strong>. Musical performance and historical introduction will combine to illustrate many known and forgotten mesmerizing tunes and multilingual lyrics from the Ottoman world. <strong>Dünya Ensemble is:</strong> <ul> <li><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/who-we-are/hadar-feldman-samet" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Hadar Feldman Samet</a></li> <li>Mehmet Ali Sanhkol</li> <li>Beth Bahia Cohen</li> <li>Burcu Güleç</li> <li>Bertram Lehmann</li> <li>George Lernis<b></b></li> </ul> <b><a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/events/sacred-soundscapes-musical-traditions-ottoman-empire" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> for More Information </b> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> <em>Concert Produced by the Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies and the Weitzman Museum in partnership with the Mandel Scholion Research Center at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School for Advanced Studies in the Humanities. </em> <em>Presented with support from the Klatt Family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation</em><b></b> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our programs <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106

<h5 style="text-align: center;"><img class="wp-image-1269 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/big-blank-and-christmas-sm-1366x308.jpg" alt="" width="741" height="167" /><span class="head1"><strong><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Snowy. Jewish. Happy. Caring. Buddhist. Generous. Family. Creative. Friendly. Sparkly.</span></span></strong></span></h5> <h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Fill in your own blank and join us for our annual day of family fun.</span></span></span></strong></h3> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #003366;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>JOIN US </strong>Monday, December 25, 2023 from </span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">10 am - 3 pm </span></span></span>All of the galleries are open!</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #003366;"><strong>ADVANCE TICKETS &amp; PRICING</strong></span> <span style="color: #003366;">*$15 Adults, Free for adult members</span> <span style="color: #003366;">*$10 All Kids, Free for kids of Family Level members and above</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #003366;"><strong>DAY-OF TICKETS &amp; PRICING</strong></span> <span style="color: #003366;"><strong>*ALL TICKETS $20 AT THE DOOR </strong>(Member adults and kids of family level members and above still free)</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/being__at-christmas-2023/e544331/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Purchase Tickets</span></a></strong></p> <hr /> <h3><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">EVENT OVERVIEW </span></span></span></strong></h3> <p data-ogsb="white">Join us on December 25th for our annual day of family fun, <em>Being ____ at <span class="markbvber18eb" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">Christmas</span></em>. ❄️ Let's get groovy, crafty, and jolly!</p> <p data-ogsb="white">From top to bottom, the Museum will be jam-packed with performances and activities for members and visitors of all ages.</p> <p data-ogsb="white">Start with exciting live performances, including</p> <ul> <li data-ogsb="white">interactive and imaginative kids' concert with <strong>Ants on A Log</strong></li> <li data-ogsb="white">traditional Chinese lion dance demonstration from the<strong> Philadelphia Suns Lion Dancers</strong></li> <li data-ogsb="white">improv games with <strong>The Bible Players</strong></li> <li data-ogsb="white">urban dance performance and workshop led by <strong>Movemakers Philly</strong></li> <li data-ogsb="white">world percussion workshop led by <strong>Joseph Tayoun</strong></li> </ul> <p data-ogsb="white">Don't miss <strong>make-and-take crafts</strong>, including winter-themed foam sticker picture frames, paper lanterns, paper crowns, and coloring sheets; <strong>story time</strong>; and a <strong>sensory-friendly play zone</strong> with a foam floor, Legos, blocks, and puzzles.</p> <p data-ogsb="white">The fun doesn't stop there: enjoy <strong>classic winter movies</strong> throughout the day in our Dell Theater, and explore the Museum's <strong>core exhibition</strong>, checking out all of the excitement across 6 floors.</p> <hr /> <h3><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES</span></span></span></strong></h3> <strong>5th Floor Mainstage Performances and Workshops </strong> 10:15 am - Ants on a Log Kids Concert (all ages) 11:15 am - Philadelphia Suns Lion Dancing (all ages) 12:15 pm - The Bible Players <em>Mitzv-prov performance and games</em> (ages 5+) 1:15 pm - Movemakers Philly Dance Demo and Workshop (Ages 5+) 2:15 pm - Joseph Tayoun World Percussion Workshop (Ages 8+) <h3><strong>Plus More Fun Around the Museum</strong></h3> <strong>4th Floor</strong> Scavenger Hunt Starting Point (Ages 8+) <strong>3rd Floor</strong> Sensory Friendly Zone / Quiet Corner (All Ages) <strong>2nd</strong> <strong>Floor</strong> 10am - 12pm - Adoughma (Ah-DOUGH-mah) dough play: <b>sensory-friendly play dough fun</b> (all ages) 11:00 am - Story Time (all ages) 12:00 pm - Story Time (all ages) 1:00 pm - Story Time (all ages) 2:00pm - Story Time (all ages) <strong>1st Floor</strong> 12:15 pm - Performance of <em>A </em><em>Bintel Brief</em> by Theatre Ariel on the 3rd floor (Ages 11+) 1:15 pm - Performance of <em>A </em><em>Bintel Brief</em> by Theatre Ariel on the 3rd floor (Ages 11+) 2:15pm - Performance of <em>A </em><em>Bintel Brief</em> by Theatre Ariel on the 3rd floor (Ages 11+) <strong>Concourse</strong> 11:15 am - All Ages Yoga and Meditation with Odellya Sohnis (all ages) 12:15 pm - All Ages Yoga and Meditation with Odellya Sohnis (all ages) 1:15 pm - All Ages Yoga and Meditation with Odellya Sohnis  (all ages) 2:15pm - Bible Players Improv Workshops (Ages 5+) <hr /> <h3><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS</span></span></span></strong></h3> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Become a Member today for FREE admission on December 25!</strong></p> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/350800?&amp;c_src=44920&amp;c_src2=eventpage" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong> </a>to join or upgrade your membership.</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Please contact Beth Heaney, Manager of Member Relations, for membership questions at <a href="mailto:BHeaney@theweitzman.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" data-ogsc="" data-safelink="true">BHeaney@theweitzman.org</a> or 215 391 4643.</strong></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>December 25 admission is free for all Member adults and children of Family Level Members and above. </strong></p> </div> </div> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. </em> <img class="wp-image-3325 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="392" height="83" /> <em>Sensory friendly activities, story time, and craft activities presented in partnership with jkidphilly. </em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-5116 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/jkidphillylogo-1-1366x377.jpg" alt="" width="322" height="89" />

<b>Tuesday, December 12 1:45 PM Zoom Doors | 2:00 PM Program Start </b> <b>Live on Zoom</b> <b>Free with Suggested $12 Donation</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/524304/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em>program recording available by request at programs@theweitzman.org</em></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Embrace the spirit of Hanukkah 2023 and the 250th anniversary of The Boston Tea Party with bestselling author Rabbi Deborah Prinz. Join us for a captivating presentation, based on her books </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Boston Chocolate Party </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">and </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">On the Chocolate Trail, </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">that explores the connections between Jews in the chocolate trade, the American struggle for independence, and how Hanukkah represents freedom. Discover the sweet and revolutionary history that ties these narratives together in a unique celebration of this holiday season. This event promises to be a delightful and enlightening experience for history enthusiasts and chocolate aficionados alike.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Don't miss this chance to uncover hidden historical connections and gain a deeper appreciation for the shared heritage that shapes our traditions.</span> <b>About the Book </b>Explore the surprising Jewish and other religious connections to chocolate in this gastronomic and historical adventure through cultures, countries, centuries and convictions. Rabbi Deborah Prinz draws from her world travels on the trail of chocolate to enchant chocolate lovers of all backgrounds as she unravels religious connections in the early chocolate trade and shows how Jewish and other religious values infuse chocolate today. With mouth-watering recipes, a glossary of chocolaty terms, tips for buying luscious, ethically produced chocolate, a list of sweet chocolate museums around the world and more. <b><i>Purchase your copy of the book now at</i></b><a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/boston-chocolate-party-7-847384019040"><b><i> ShopTheWeitzman.org</i></b></a><b><i>! </i></b> <b>About the Author </b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Rabbi Deborah Prinz</strong></span> has held a number of leadership positions in the national and regional Reform movement, having recently served the Central Conference of American Rabbis (CCAR) as Director of Program and Member Services and the Director of the Joint Commission on Rabbinic Mentoring. She has mentored rabbinical students through the Mayerson program at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR) and was also a Senior Fellow at HUC-JIR’s Center for the Study of Ethics and Contemporary Moral Problems (2015-2016). She has consulted for HUC-JIR, the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), and other organizations. Elected by her colleagues, Rabbi Prinz held each office of the Board of the Pacific Association of Reform Rabbis and assumed its presidency in 2005. She was honored to conduct the worship services at regional and national biennials of the URJ. Along with Rabbi Karen Fox, she served as a founding Co-Coordinator of WRN. <div class="page" title="Page 4"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> The Rabbi Emerita of Temple Adat Shalom, San Diego County, California, she held the position of Senior Rabbi for almost twenty years. Prior to that she was, for seven years, the Rabbi of a synagogue in Bergen County, New Jersey, and also the Assistant Rabbi of Central Synagogue in Manhattan. She has delivered many talks to community organizations. </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Partnership with the Jewish Book Council.</span></i></p> <img class="wp-image-4633 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/JBC_logo_black.jpg" alt="" width="212" height="119" /> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Sunday, December 10 </span></strong><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">4 – 6 pm </span></strong><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market) </span></strong><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Free with registration at jewishphilly.org</span></strong> <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Join <strong>Center City Kehillah</strong> and <strong>jkidphilly</strong> for a Hanukkah celebration! All ages will enjoy the Klezmer band, refreshments, tabling fair from local organizations, crafts, activities, and story time with jkidphilly. The event will conclude with candle lighting, a musical prayer ceremony, and </span><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">sufganiyot</span></em><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> (jelly donuts) to bring extra light into everyone’s Hanukkah. </span> <em><strong>Please register in advance by Thursday, December 7 by <a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://jewishphilly.org/get-involved/neighborhood-programming/center-city/center-city-chanukah-celebration/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">clicking here</a>.</strong></em> &nbsp; <strong>Additional Information:</strong> <ul> <li>We kindly ask all adults to show their government-issued photo IDs at check-in.</li> <li>All bags will be subject to search.</li> </ul>

<b>Saturday, December 9 6:00 pm Hanukkah Festivities </b><strong>(Free Wine, <em>Sufganiyot*</em>, and more)</strong><b> | 7:00 pm Concert</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets - $18 General Admission| $13 Member Admission</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/541227/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em>“It is customary on Chanukah for everyone to get together to play games and sing songs, both traditional, folk and otherwise” </em><em>- Shoshana Oysher on Moishe Oysher’s “Chanukah Party,” 1950)</em></p> <p style="text-align: left;">Michael Winograd &amp; the Honorable Mentshn are the world’s favorite Klezmer Band. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, this group has performed their high-energy, virtuosic, and schtick-filled brand of Jewish music to thrilled crowds all over the world. Not afraid of a healthy dose of nostalgia and schmaltz, audiences often find themselves in a state of musical time travel, curious if they are at a festival stage in 2023, or a wedding hall in 1953.</p> <strong>The evening will begin at 6 pm</strong> with <strong>FREE wine</strong> from the local small-batch kosher winemaker, <strong>Camuna Cellars</strong>; <em><strong>Sufganiyot*</strong></em> from <strong>Federal Donuts</strong>; Dreidels and Gelt; and a book signing by the renowned historian, chef, and culinarian, <strong>Dr. Helene Jawhara Piñer</strong>. The Hanukkah <strong>celebration continues on stage at 7 pm</strong> with everyone's favorite Klezmer band, the <strong>Honorable Mentshn</strong>, from Brooklyn, NYC, who will be joined on stage by the amazing Berlin based vocalist, <strong>Sasha Lurje</strong>. Halfway through the show, the band will be joined by Hazzan Jessi Roemer (Society Hill Synagogue), who will light the menorah on stage and lead us in the famous Hanukkah tune, 'Ocho Kandaleikas,' written by the late NEA National Heritage Award winning Sephardic songster and "Keeper of the Flame", <strong>Flory Jagoda</strong>. <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8yXtF60U8EI?si=Q60hShEPrYb3k_xg" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <b>More about the Ensemble </b> Clarinetist Michael Winograd himself has shared the stage with many of today’s leading performers of Jewish music including Itzhak Perlman, Frank London, the Klezmer Conservatory Band, and Budowitz. He was featured on Vulfpeck’s 2016 album <em>The Beautiful Game</em>, joined the band in 2019 for a sold-out performance at New York’s Madison Square Garden, and also joined them in 2023 at the legendary Bonnaroo Festival. He is joined by an all-star team including trombonist Daniel Blacksberg, accordionist Will Holshouser, bassist Zoe Guigueno, and from New Jersey, drummer David Licht. In celebration of Hanukkah, the group will be joined by special guest Yiddish vocalist Sasha Lurje. <strong>The Honorable Mentshn is:</strong> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Michael Winograd | Clarinet</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Daniel Blacksberg | Trombone</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Will Holshouser | Accordion</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Carmen Staaf | Piano</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Zoe Guigueno | Bass</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">David Licht | Drums</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Sasha Lurje | Special Guest Vocalist</li> </ul> <hr /> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><em>*Sufganiyot are from Federal Donuts and not prepared under rabbinical supervision. </em></p> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our programs <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106

<b>Tuesday, December 5 12:45 pm Virtual Doors | 1:00 pm Program </b> <b>Live on Zoom</b> <b>Free with Suggested $12 Donation</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/509807/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="clarren podemski full ds edit" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/892621369?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;quality_selector=1&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> <span style="font-weight: 400;">In honor of Native American Heritage Month, The Weitzman welcomes you to a virtual book talk featuring author Rebecca Clarren and her latest work, "The Cost of Free Land: Jews, Lakota and an American Inheritance." This poignant narrative unravels the hidden complexities of immigrant roots intertwined with the devastating legacy of the loss of Indigenous land. The conversation will be moderated by</span> <a href="https://www.heyalma.com/the-almas/the-best-jewish-television-of-5782/"><b>Hey Alma’s Breakout TV Actress</b></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Best Jewish Television of 5782</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and star of Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi’s critically acclaimed television dramedy, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Reservation Dogs</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><b>Sarah Podemski.</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">We welcome you to explore these intertwined stories and gain new insights into our shared history. As we celebrate Indigenous Peoples Month, this program  invites you to reflect on the multifaceted layers of our past. </span> <b>ABOUT THE BOOK</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Clarren's ancestor's quintessential American immigrant tale starts with the escape of anti-Semitism in Russia to establish a new life on a South Dakota homestead. However, beneath the surface lies an unspoken truth— their prosperity was built on land taken from the Lakota by the U.S. government. Through investigative reporting and the retelling of personal history, Clarren unveils the unfortunate connection between her family's journey and the Indigenous experience in her new book "The Cost of Free Land: Jews, Lakota and an American Inheritance."</span> <em><b>Order your copy of the book now at <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/the-cost-of-free-land-jews-lakota-and-an-american-inheritance?_pos=1&amp;_sid=6730e7eff&amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ShopTheWeitzman.org</a>!</b></em> &nbsp; <b>ABOUT THE AUTHOR</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-4641 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Clarren_Headshot-1366x1784.jpeg" alt="" width="131" height="172" />Rebecca Clarren</strong> has been writing about the American West for more than twenty years. She is the winner of the 2021 Whiting Nonfiction Grant for her work on </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Cost of Free Land</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Her journalism, for which she has won the Hillman Prize, an Alicia Patterson Foundation Fellowship, and ten grants from the Fund for Investigative Journalism, has appeared in such publications as </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">MotherJones</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">High Country News</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Nation</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Indian Country Today</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Her debut novel, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kickdown</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Sky Horse Press, 2018), was shortlisted for the PEN/Bellwether Prize. She lives in Portland, Ore. with her husband and two kids.</span> &nbsp; <b>ABOUT THE MODERATOR </b> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-4645 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/sarah-podemski-headshot-1366x2049.jpeg" alt="" width="134" height="201" />Sarah Podemski</strong> is an Anishinaabe/Ashkenazi multidisciplinary artist from Toronto. From her first role in the German TV series Blue Hawk at the age of 11, to her award winning performance in the TIFF selection Mekko (directed by Sterlin Harjo), Sarah has been passionate about recreating the Indigenous narrative that has been misrepresented since the beginning of cinema. Sarah’s many credit’s include, CBC’s ‘The Coroner’, Syfy’s ‘Resident Alien' and three seasons of the Peabody award winning series, ‘Reservation Dogs' created by Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi. Most recently Sarah has ventured behind the camera, Writing, Producing and Directing, ‘Six Miles From the Grand’, a short Docu-Series Hosted by her and her husband James Gadon. With more projects in development, Sarah is excited to use her thirty years of experience in the industry to continue creating content that elevates Indigenous voices and marginalized communities.</span> &nbsp; <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Partnership with the Jewish Book Council.</span></i></p> <img class="wp-image-4639 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-copy-2-1366x289.png" alt="" width="331" height="70" /><img class="wp-image-4633 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/JBC_logo_black.jpg" alt="" width="189" height="106" /> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<span style="color: #000000;"><b>Sunday, November 19 1:00pm Program</b></span> <span style="color: #000000;"><b>In Person at The Weitzman</b></span> <span style="color: #000000;"><b>FREE Program, Registration Required</b></span> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.gratz.edu/registration-forms/shusterman-lecture" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Register Here</span></a></p> <div class="aVla3"> <div class=""> <div class="wide-content-host"> <div class="SlLx9 WWy1F byzS1 WWy1F" tabindex="-1" aria-label="Email message"> <div class="XbIp4 jmmB7 GNqVo yxtKT allowTextSelection" tabindex="-1" role="region" aria-label="Message body"> <div dir="ltr"> <div lang="en-US"> <div id="fsEl_15507" class="fsElement fsContent" data-use-new="true"> <div class="fsElementContent"> For more than a century, American sport has served as a yardstick with which American Jews and other groups measure how much they had “made it” in the United States. Sports is also the arena in which Americans talk about social change. This panel of historians and sport insiders will discuss the power of sport and much more. Sponsored by the Shusterman Foundation. <ul> <li><a href="https://www.gratz.edu/about/office-of-the-president" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Zev Eleff, PhD</strong></a>, President, Gratz College, author of <em>Dyed in Crimson: Football, Faith and Remaking Harvard’s America</em></li> <li><a href="https://www.jewishexponent.com/you-should-know-adam-fisher/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Adam Fisher</strong></a>, Head Coach, Temple Owls</li> <li><a href="https://jmoreliving.com/2023/07/12/pikesville-native-adam-neuman-joins-baltimore-ravens-front-office-team/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Adam Neuman, JD</strong></a>, Chief of Staff/Special Advisor to Baltimore Ravens’ President</li> <li><a href="https://live-sas-www-history.pantheon.sas.upenn.edu/people/faculty/beth-s-wenger" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Beth Wenger, PhD</strong></a>, Moritz and Josephine Berg Professor of History and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies, University of Pennsylvania</li> </ul> Fun Philly Nosh Included! <p class="elementToProof"><strong>More about the Book:</strong></p> <p class="elementToProof"><b>"Dyed in Crimson: Football, Faith, and Remaking Harvard's America"</b></p> <p class="elementToProof">In 1926, Harvard athletic director Bill Bingham chose former Crimson All-American Arnold Horween as coach of the university’s moribund football team. The pair instilled a fresh culture, one based on merit rather than social status, and in the virtues of honor and courage over mere winning. Yet their success challenged entrenched ideas about who belonged at Harvard and, by extension, who deserved to lay claim to the American dream.</p> <p class="elementToProof">Zev Eleff tells the story of two immigrants’ sons shaped by a vision of an America that rewarded any person of virtue. As a player, the Chicago-born Horween had led Harvard to its 1920 Rose Bowl victory. As a coach, he faced intractable opposition from powerful East Coast alumni because of his values and Midwestern, Jewish background. Eleff traces Bingham and Horween’s careers as student-athletes and their campaign to wrest control of the football program from alumni. He also looks at how Horween undermined stereotypes of Jewish masculinity and dealt with the resurgent antisemitism of the 1920s.</p> </div> <img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-4955" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/STATE-OF-PLAY-copy-1366x578.jpg" alt="" width="1366" height="578" /> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> <em>Supported by a major endowment, the Shusterman Distinguished Scholar Lecture is dedicated to bringing outstanding programs to Gratz College. Gratz College is grateful for the generosity and foresight of the late Judith and Murray Shusterman. </em> <em>Produced by Gratz College in Partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? View our <a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <div> <strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">For More Information Contact</span></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">: </span><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Mindy Cohen </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="tel:2156357300" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">215-635-7300</span></strong></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> x155; </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="mailto:mcohen@gratz.edu" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">mcohen@gratz.edu</span></strong></a> <em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Should you need an accommodation, please get in touch with Naomi Housman, ADA Coordinator, at </span></em><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="mailto:accessibility@gratz.edu" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">accessibility@gratz.edu</span></em></strong></a><em><span data-preserver-spaces="true">.</span></em> </div> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106

<b>Thursday, November 16 6:30 pm Doors | 7:30 pm Concert</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets - $20 General Admission| $15 Member Admission</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--medium box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/piyyut-rising-national-concert-premiere/e510117/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=website&amp;c_src2=eventpage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Purchase Tickets</span></a></p> <strong>A short of the live performance of Kedmah: The Rising Song Piyyut Ensemble, will be released for all to view as a part of the <a href="https://www.theweitzman.org/secret-chord"><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em></a> series at a later date.</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">From Temple times to today, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">piyyutim</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> utilized complex and beautiful Hebrew poetry to infuse spirit and meaning into the sacred and ordinary moments of human experience. The stirring melodies are rooted in the illustrious and colorful tradition of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">maqam</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">- a distinct system of musical expression found exclusively in the music of the Arab world, Turkey, Iran, and North Africa. In their debut concert at the Weitzman M</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">useum, <strong>Kedmah: The Rising Song Piyyut Ensemble</strong> honors and reinvents the living sacred traditions without compromising the nuances that distinguish it from the Ashkenazi and Western soundscape of American Jewish music. Join us for this unforgettable evening of music.</span> <b>More about the Ensemble </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">“<strong>Kedmah</strong>” is an ensemble of musicians and prayer leaders excavating the power and beauty of Mizrahi Jewish expression through ancient poetry and song. Led by </span><b>Rabbi Yosef Goldman</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><b>Yoni Battat</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Piyyut Rising honors the artists’ Iraqi, Syrian, and Yemenite ancestry in conversation with their intersecting musical influences. Their interactive performances, workshops, and recordings allow listeners to experience the spiritual and emotional depth of Middle Eastern </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">piyyut </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">(liturgical poetry) and the age-old tradition of Arab melodies that adorn them. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Kedmah is a project of </span><a href="https://www.risingsong.org/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hadar’s Rising Song Institute</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, whose mission is to use song to cultivate spiritual community throughout the Jewish world. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yoni and Yosef met through Rising Song and connected over their mixed Mizrahi and Ashkenazi identity. They have now been studying </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Piyyut </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">repertoire together for several years. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Building on the fragments of the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mizrahi</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> musical traditions that they grew up with, they have made a concerted effort to reclaim ownership of the texts and melodies that brought meaning to the lives of their ancestors. By presenting this music in modern Jewish communities that have been historically dominated by Jews of European descent, Kedmah is expanding the diversity of American Jewish expression and centering the Mizrahi voices that have been historically marginalized in the US.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">PIYYUT RISING IS:</span> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Yosef Goldman</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> - voice</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Yoni Battat </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">- oud, viola, voice</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Joey Weisenberg</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> - fretless bass</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Yahala Lachmish</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> - special guest vocals</span></li> <li><em><b>TBC</b></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"> - percussion</span></li> </ul> <strong>About the Secret Chord Concerts series</strong> <strong><i><span class="outlook-search-highlight" data-markjs="true">Secret</span> <span class="outlook-search-highlight" data-markjs="true">Chord</span> Concerts</i></strong> are full length musical presentations by the most celebrated Jewish musicians of our time - representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories. The concerts are recorded in front of a live audience at the Weitzman Museum in Philadelphia and later released as 15-25 minute episodes available free online. A project of the <strong>Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</strong>, located on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall,<strong><i><span class="outlook-search-highlight" data-markjs="true">Secret</span> <span class="outlook-search-highlight" data-markjs="true">Chord</span> Concerts </i></strong>recognize the vast diversity of America’s Jewish community as well as the numerous contributions they  have made to musical traditions, throughout history and today.<strong> Programs celebrating the histories, cultures, traditions and lives of Jewish People aim to act as an antidote to the current rise in antisemitism.</strong> <hr /> <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts - Episodes from Season 1</a> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Hadar's Rising Song Institute</em> <img class="wp-image-2896 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HRSI.png" alt="" width="187" height="166" />

<div> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/510079/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> </div> <div></div> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="PotR ds edit" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/883350719?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;quality_selector=1&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <b>Thursday, November 9 5:45pm ET Virtual Doors | 6pm ET Program | 7:15pm ET Program End</b> <b>Live on Zoom Free with Suggested $12 Donation</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">In light of the horrific attacks on Israel on October 7 which increased the already alarming surge in antisemitism, join us online for an event which features two extraordinary allies who have been unwavering advocates for Jews worldwide.</span> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="box-cta__label"><del>Register Here</del></span></p> <div class="aVla3"> <div class=""> <div class="wide-content-host"> <div class="SlLx9 WWy1F byzS1 WWy1F" tabindex="-1" aria-label="Email message"> <div class="XbIp4 jmmB7 GNqVo yxtKT allowTextSelection" tabindex="-1" role="region" aria-label="Message body"> <div dir="ltr"> <div lang="en-US"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Inspired by Ari Mittleman's <em>Paths of the Righteous: Heroism, Humanity, and Hope</em>, t</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">he evening features </span><b>Olga Meshoe Washington, </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">a South Africa-born Christian whose personal experiences living under apartheid rule in South Africa inform her views on the Jewish State of Israel; and </span><b>Lt. Aston Bright, </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">a dedicated member of the </span><b>Plantation Fire Department </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">in South Florida whose life growing up around many Jewish friends led him to fighting fires in Israel—many in the wake of Hamas terrorist attacks—and speaking to communities around the world about Jews and Israel.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Now is the time to shine a spotlight on everyday heroes from diverse backgrounds who ardently support the Jewish People. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The conversation will be moderated by the book’s author, </span><b>Ari Mittleman</b>, and celebrates the human spirit's capacity for kindness, resilience, and positive change. <b>More about the Panelists </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">South African native, attorney, connector, and author, </span><b>Olga Meshoe Washington</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a keen pro-Israel advocate and in this capacity serves as the Chief Executive Officer of DEISI International and as a board member of the Institute for Black Solidarity with Israel. Olga’s expertise and unique narrative on South Africa and Africa relations with Israel, the Christian mandate to stand with Israel and her engaging delivery have contributed to Olga being a regular on the speakers’ circuit across Africa and the United States. In 2022, Olga was invited to speak at the 49</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">th</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and also participated in a UNHRC side event hosted by UN Watch in Geneva.   </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Olga was named as one of South Africa's 2011 influential young Christian leaders and in 2016 she received the 2016 Jerusalem Award from the World Zionist Organization, in recognition of advocacy for the state of Israel and the South African Jewish Community. Olga’s literary work includes </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Israelophobia and the West</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> by the Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs. Olga also currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Club Z, a Zionist Youth Program in the US.</span> <b>Lt. Aston</b> <strong>Bright</strong>, Plantation Fire Department, is<span style="font-weight: 400;"> dedicated to fighting fires in Israel through the Emergency Volunteers Project. This dedication reflects his friendship to the Jewish people and his commitment to helping others in times of need. Growing up surrounded by Jewish friends, he developed a deep bond with and love for the Jewish community, which has driven him to be a vocal advocate for Jewish people and Israel. His experiences and insights into the resilience and strength of the Jewish community, along with his unique role in supporting Israel, promise to provide a touching and inspirational addition to the conversation.</span> </div> </div> </div> <em><b>Purchase your copy of the book now at <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/paths-of-the-righteous-stories-of-heroism-humanity-and-hope" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ShopTheWeitzman.org</a>!</b></em> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Livestreamed on Zoom <hr />

<b>Thursday, October 19 5 pm Cash Bar | 6 pm Concert &amp; Talkback</b> <b>In person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b><del>Tickets - $30 General Admission| $25 Member Admission</del> <span style="color: #ff0000;">Tickets: $15 General Admission/Free for Members with advance registration</span></b> <em>We are now pleased to offer this concert to Weitzman Members free of charge and at reduced price for all attendees. </em> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">“A Masterclass in string music, A Powerhouse Unit” – <em><strong>Rolling Stone</strong></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">“Thoughtful, introspective lyrics and world-class musicianship.. forging new paths in the grand ol’ world of bluegrass” – <em><strong>American Songwriter</strong></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">“The sound is crisp, clear and magical.. the music is perfection” – <em><strong>No Depression</strong></em></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Get ready for an emotive evening of soul-stirring melodies as The Weitzman presents a special live recorded concert featuring </span><b>Nefesh Mountain</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Before 2015 when this amazing band hit the scene, the world had never heard Bluegrass, old-time, and Americana that was both authentic and proudly Jewish. Since then the band has collaborated with the biggest artists on the scene and performed on some of our nation’s most prestigious stages, including at The Grand Ol’ Opry when they became the first artists to sing on that stage in Hebrew. This edition of our <em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> series promises to take you on a musical journey like no other. There is no doubt you will leave this concert feeling inspired and connected to your roots. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Light food and drinks will be available on the concourse level at our cash bar before the show. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">After the show, the museum’s Director of Public Programs, <strong>Dan Samuels,</strong> will moderate a special discussion and Q+A with the band. All in attendance are encouraged to join.</span> <strong>A short of this live performance will be released for all to view as a part of the <a href="https://www.theweitzman.org/secret-chord"><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em></a> series at a later date.</strong> <b>More about Nefesh Mountain </b> New York based Progressive Americana band Nefesh Mountain has been hailed as one of the formative boundary-pushing ensembles in roots music. The band’s creators and dynamic husband and wife team of Eric Lindberg and Doni Zasloff have created a world and sound all their own; blurring the lines between Americana, Bluegrass, Folk, Jazz and Blues with a masterful hand as songwriters, instrumentalists and composers alike. The band, declared “A Powerhouse Unit” by Rolling Stone and “Introspective lyrics and world class musicianship” by American Songwriter, takes the listener on a deeply personal journey that embodies their own wild nature and unbridled free spirits,  bridging compositional prowess and prolific songwriting with deft instrumentals and jams. <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mXmb-rAJ1vc" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> Since their formation nearly a decade ago, Nefesh Mountain has been proudly open and vocal about their background and heritage as Jewish Americans, and are among the first preeminent Americana / Bluegrass bands to infuse Jewish tradition and soul into the beautifully diverse tapestry of American roots music. For them the music is wholly American, freely expressing their own identities while at the same time addressing the hate, discrimination, anti-semitism and racism that still remains at large in America and the World today.

The band has recorded and shared the stage with Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Bryan Sutton, John Doyle, Noam Pikelny (Punch Brothers), Mark Schatz (Bèla Fleck, Nickel Creek), Mike Gordon (Phish) and Tony Trischka among others. The Troubadours along with their band continue to forge new paths in unknown territory, armed with Zasloff and Lindberg’s strong, smokey, and folksy vocals and Lindberg’s soulful and masterful skills on guitars and banjo alike. <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/43HfRV0VZwM" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> Doni and Eric are on road year-round with their baby Willow and the Nefesh Mountain band; a collective of Bassists, drummers, and multi-instrumentalists including Thomas Cassell, Maddie Witler, Korey Brodsky, Dylan McCarthy, Ben Plotnick, Avery Merritt, Julian Pinelli, Dan Klingsberg, Noah Fishman, Erik Alvar among others. In 2021 they made their debut at The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, TN and in recent years have performed various Festivals, PACs, and countless venues including Mountain Stage, Merlefest, Wintergrass, Ossipee Valley, Kaw River Roots, Thomas Point Bluegrass, Multiple City Wineries, and many more. Through the years Nefesh Mountain has officially showcased and been a proud member of AmericanaFest, Folk Alliance, and the IBMA. <div id="target-id6509ba20e2897" class="collapseomatic_content "> Eric Lindberg is proudly sponsored by Deering Banjos, Bourgeois Guitars, and Thompson Guitars. </div> <strong>About the Secret Chord Concerts series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. <hr /> <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts - Episodes from Season 1</a> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Thursday, October 19th, 2023 </strong>In person at Suzanne Roberts Theatre | </span></span></span>480 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA</p> <p class="p1" style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="s1">TO RSVP, EMAIL: <a href="mailto:USAPAE.RSVP@USDOJ.GOV">USAPAE.RSVP@USDOJ.GOV </a></span></strong><em><span class="s1">This event is free, but space is limited. RSVP is required.</span></em></p> <hr /> <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4796" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/v2Repairing-the-World-Screening-Flyer.jpg" alt="" width="1294" height="2000" /> &nbsp; &nbsp; <hr /> Live at The Suzanne Roberts Theatre 480 S Broad Street Philadelphia, PA

<b>Thursday, October 12 5:00 pm Cash Bar | 6:00 pm Program</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets: General Admission $20 | Member Ticket $15</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Academy Award nominated &quot;Stranger at the Gate&quot; Talkback (ft Joshua Seftel, Richard McKinney, Bibi Brahimi, and Marty Moss Coane)" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/892253089?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;quality_selector=1&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The Weitzman welcomes you to the Philadelphia premiere of the Academy Award-nominated documentary film </span><b><i>Stranger at the Gate </i></b><span style="font-weight: 400;">(USA, 2022, 29 min).</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Nobel Peace Prize winner </span><b>Malala Yousafzai</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is the Executive Producer of this Academy Award nominated film.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Nominated for Best Documentary Short Film, it seamlessly weaves together the stories of </span><b>Richard "Mac" McKinney</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a U.S. Marine who returns home to Indiana from his tours in the Middle East with an overwhelming hatred of Muslims, and </span><b>Bibi Bahrami</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, an Afghan refugee whose escape from war-torn Afghanistan shapes her understanding of racial discrimination. This nearly-tragic tale is equal parts surprising — especially the unbelievable ending — and moving.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The film’s Jewish director, </span><b>Joshua Seftel</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, whose experience with antisemitism as a child, has earned Emmy and Peabody nominations for his <em>Secret Life of Muslims</em> project, which combats Islamophobia with filmmaking.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Following the screening, WHYY’s legendary radio host </span><b>Marty Moss-Coane</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> will lead a discussion between the film’s subjects and director. They’ll explore extremist ideologies, as seen in the rise of antisemitism today, racism, xenophobia, and the power of kindness.</span> <em>Presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom and Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media.</em> <b>About the Director </b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Joshua Seftel</strong> is an Oscar-nominated filmmaker known for directing the Emmy-winning landmark series </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Queer Eye for the Straight Guy</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the feature film </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">War, Inc</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. starring John Cusack, Marisa Tomei and Ben Kingsley, and his regular appearances on CBS Sunday Morning where he interviews his 86-year-old mother. His most recent film, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stranger at the Gate</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Executive Produced by Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai and nominated for a 2023 Academy Award®, is part of Seftel’s Emmy and Peabody-nominated </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Secret Life of Muslims</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> project (SXSW), which combats Islamophobia with filmmaking. Seftel, who experienced antisemitism as a child, has been committed to working on this subject matter for the past seven years.  </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Seftel received his first Emmy nomination at age 22 with his documentary </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lost and Found</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> about Romania’s orphaned children. The film led to the American adoption of thousands of Romanian orphans. Some of his other award-winning films include the political campaign documentary </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Taking on the Kennedys </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">(POV), the underdog sports film </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Home Team</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (SXSW), the behind-the-scenes film about Annie’s Broadway revival </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s the Hard Knock Life</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (PBS), and the artist portrait </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Many Sad Fates of Mr. Toledano</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Tribeca Film Festival) which won the IDA Documentary Award and became the most viewed </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">New York Times</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Op-Doc of the year. He is also a contributor to the Peabody Award-winning podcast </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This American Life</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and to </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The New York Times</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> <b>About The Moderator </b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Marty Moss-Coane</strong> is host and executive producer of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Connection</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a new weekly show on WHYY-FM featuring wide-ranging conversations about what makes us human.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">She has had a long career at WHYY as a host and producer. She co-created and produced </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Family Matters</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> hosted by psychologist Dan Gottlieb, a long running and popular interview call-in program that dealt with a wide range of psychological issues. She was an associate producer for </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fresh Air with Terry Gross</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> when it was a local show in Philadelphia. She was a fill-in host when the program went national. For thirty five years, Marty was the host and executive producer of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Radio Times,</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> one of the most respected weekday interview programs on regional radio. She earned praise for her versatility and engaging conversations with guests and listeners alike during the live program, which covered social issues, public policy, books, films, and more.</span> <em><strong>Watch the Official Trailer Below: </strong></em> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nm8NtU_HgTM" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<b>Tuesday, October 10 1:45 pm Virtual Doors | 2:00 pm Program </b> <b>Live on Zoom</b> <b>Free with Suggested $12 Donation</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <div style="padding: 62.51% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="The Jewish Deli with Ben Nadler and Ted Merwin" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/911576328?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> Explore the delectable world of the Jewish deli with acclaimed author and illustrator </span><b><i>Ben Nadler</i></b><span style="font-weight: 400;">,</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">as he takes us on a delightful tour through the pages of his latest graphic novel, </span><b><i>The Jewish Deli: An Illustrated Guide to the Chosen Food</i></b><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Joined by Jewish deli author and aficionado, </span><b>Ted Merwin</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the two will share anecdotes and best bites from their travels to delis across the country. From bialys in bustling cities to lox in laid back neighborhoods, the duo will paint a vivid picture of the deli culture near and far; past and present; and how the flavors and faces catalyze a sense of community that make each and every one feel like home. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">If you're hungry to explore the history of Ashkenazi comfort food, this is a must-attend event that will surely satisfy your appetite for knowledge.</span> <b>About the Book </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">In </span><b><i>The Jewish Deli: An Illustrated Guide to the Chosen Food</i></b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Nadler skillfully weaves a vivid, interpretive Jewish history, tracing the genesis and evolution of these beloved foods. From the early days of Diaspora Jews adapting local flavors to their customs, to the thriving institutions of appetizing, deli, and Jewish bakeries in twentieth-century America, he unravels the fascinating culinary journey.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Drawing from his firsthand experiences with veritable Jewish Ashkenazi food purveyors, Nadler recounts whimsical play-by-plays of curing corned beef, filling a knish, and smoking salmon. He uncovers the true origins of black-and-white cookies and celebrates the unsung hero, dark rye bread, an emblem of European Jewish immigrants.</span> <em><b>Purchase your copy of the book now at <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/the-jewish-deli-7-847384019800" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ShopTheWeitzman.org</a>!</b></em> <b>About the Author </b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Ben Nadler</strong> is an illustrator, designer, writer, and comics artist originally from Wisconsin. A graduate from the Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Illustration, he now lives, works, and enjoys the Jewish delis in New York City.</span> <b>About the Moderator </b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Ted Merwin, Ph.D.</strong> taught religion and Judaic studies at Dickinson College (Carlisle, Pa) for more than 15 years and now works as chief speechwriter for the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), based in New York and Washington, D.C. He is the author of two books, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pastrami on Rye</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which won a National Jewish Book Award, and </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">In Their Own Image: New York Jews in Jazz Age Popular Culture</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. His articles have appeared in the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">New York Times</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">New York Post,</span></i> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">New York Daily News</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Newsweek</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Washington Post</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Haaret</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">z, and many other newspapers and magazines. He lives in Baltimore with his wife and three daughters. He blogs at his website, </span><a href="http://delihistory.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">delihistory.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Partnership with the Jewish Book Council.</span></i></p> <img class="wp-image-4633 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/JBC_logo_black.jpg" alt="" width="212" height="119" /> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<p style="text-align: center;"><b>Thursday, September 28, 2023</b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <div class="aVla3"> <div class=""> <div class="wide-content-host"> <div class="SlLx9 WWy1F byzS1 WWy1F" tabindex="-1" aria-label="Email message"> <div class="XbIp4 jmmB7 GNqVo yxtKT allowTextSelection" tabindex="-1" role="region" aria-label="Message body"> <div dir="ltr"> <div lang="en-US"> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="&quot;I Could Nosh&quot; with Jake Cohen, Alex Edelman, and Mike Solomonov" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/882292093?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;quality_selector=1&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)"><b><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">IN-PERSON EVENT SOLD OUT </span></strong></b><del>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market) </del> <del>5:00 pm Cash Bar | 6:00 pm Program | 7:00 pm Book Signing</del> <del>In Person Tickets*: General Admission $45 |Members $40</del> <del>*Each ticket includes a signed book, raffle entry, and post event nosh samples.</del></span> <b><span style="color: #339966;">LIVESTREAM TICKETS AVAILABLE </span></b><b>Livestreamed on Zoom 5:45 pm Virtual Doors | 6:00 pm Program </b> <strong>Livestream Tickets*: Livestream Ticket $10 | Livestream Ticket + Book $35</strong> *Livestream ticket included with books purchased from Weitzman Museum store <span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">Prepare to indulge your senses as The Weitzman welcomes acclaimed celebrity chef, foodie influencer, and <i data-ogsc="">New York Times</i> Best-selling author <b data-ogsc="">Jake Cohen</b> for the much-anticipated launch of his sophomore cookbook <b data-ogsc=""><i data-ogsc="">I Could Nosh</i></b>. Joined on stage by Philadelphia’s own James Beard Award-winning chef, <b data-ogsc="">Michael Solomonov</b>, the two culinary powerhouses will cook and kibitz about their favorite recipes and funny stories from family gatherings. </span> <span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">Whisk your friends together, and fold in family and loved ones for a pre-show schmooze from 5-6 pm. Light food and drinks will be available on the concourse level at our cash bar.</span> <span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">But wait, there's more—this soirée is just the appetizer!</span> <ul type="disc"> <li data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)"><span data-ogsc="">Want to meet Cohen in person? <strong>Stay for the book signing</strong> following the program.</span></li> <li data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)"><span data-ogsc="">As a token of appreciation, in addition to your copy of <b data-ogsc=""><i data-ogsc="">I Could Nosh</i></b>, all attendees will be <strong>entered into a raffle</strong> to win fabulous items from Cohen’s <a title="https://www.goldbelly.com/jake-cohen" href="https://www.goldbelly.com/jake-cohen" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-ogsc="" data-linkindex="0"><b data-ogsc="">Goldbelly</b></a> line of products and a goodie bag filled with treats from the <a title="http://shoptheweitzman.org/" href="http://shoptheweitzman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-ogsc="" data-linkindex="1"><b data-ogsc="">Weitzman Museum Store</b>.</a></span></li> </ul> <span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">This event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of Jewish American culinary heritage, with plenty of laughs, flavors, and stories to savor. Reserve your spot today and come prepared to listen, learn, and nosh with us!</span> <span style="font-size: small;">*The Museum Store will carry the book as of September 12. If you have already bought your event ticket and are interested in picking up your cookbook in advance of September 28, please email <a id="LPlnkOWA8a941ae1-362d-95d9-5c04-326111585599" href="mailto:info@shoptheweitzman.org" data-loopstyle="linkonly" data-linkindex="0" data-ogsc="blue">info@shoptheweitzman.org</a> to make arrangements. </span> <p data-ogsc="black"><strong>Dietary Observance</strong></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <ul> <li>Pre-show food-for-purchase includes dairy/vegetarian options not prepared under rabbinical supervision as well as packaged, certified kosher options.</li> <li>Post-event nosh will feature a dairy and vegetarian recipe from Jake Cohen’s book not prepared under rabbinical supervision.</li> </ul> &nbsp; </div> <div class="aVla3"> <div class=""> <div class="wide-content-host"> <div class="SlLx9 WWy1F byzS1 WWy1F" tabindex="-1" aria-label="Email message"> <div class="XbIp4 jmmB7 GNqVo yxtKT allowTextSelection" tabindex="-1" role="region" aria-label="Message body"> <div dir="ltr"> <div lang="en-US"> <b><span data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">About the Chefs </span></b><span data-ogsc="black" data-ogsb="rgb(114, 170, 203)"><strong>Jake Cohen</strong> is a <em>New York Times</em> bestselling cookbook author and nice Jewish boy from NYC. After working in some of NYC’s best restaurants and test kitchens, he wrote his first book, <em>Jew-ish</em>, about his love of modern Jewish cooking and baking. His sophomore book, <em>I Could Nosh</em>, comes out on September 12. Jake and his recipes have been featured on <em>Rachael Ray</em>, <em>The Drew Barrymore Show</em>, <em>Live with Kelly and Ryan</em>, <em>Good Morning America</em>, and the Food Network and in the <em>New York Times</em>, <em>Food &amp; Wine</em>, the <em>Wall Street Journal</em>, <em>Bon Appetit</em>, and <em>Forbes</em> (making the 30 Under 30 list in 2022 for Food &amp; Drink), among others. When he’s not posting challah-braiding videos and recipes on his Instagram and TikTok (@jakecohen), he’s eating around New York City with his husband Alex.</span> <strong><span data-ogsc="rgb(45, 45, 45)">Michael Solomonov</span></strong><span data-ogsc="rgb(45, 45, 45)"> is a beloved champion of Israel’s extraordinarily diverse and vibrant culinary landscape. He is co-owner of CookNSolo Restaurants with hospitality entrepreneur, Steve Cook. Together they own Philadelphia’s Zahav, the trailblazing restaurant where Solomonov is Chef, which has put the rich melting pot of Israeli cuisine at the forefront of dining in America today. Solomonov is the co-author of three cookbooks, and the recipient of the following James Beard awards: 2011 “Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic”, 2016 “Best International Cookbook” and “Book of the Year” for his and business partner/co-author Steve Cook’s best-selling cookbook, <em>Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking</em>, and the 2017 “Outstanding Chef.”  In 2018, Zahav was recognized by <em>Food &amp; Wine</em> magazine as one of “The 40 Most Important Restaurants of the Past 40 Years” and in May of 2019, Zahav was awarded “Outstanding Restaurant” by the James Beard Foundation, making Zahav the first Israeli-American restaurant to be awarded this great honor. In addition to his work at Zahav, Chef Solomonov co-owns Philadelphia’s Federal Donuts, Dizengoff, Abe Fisher, and Goldie. In July of 2019, Solomonov brought another major slice of Israeli food culture to Philadelphia with K’Far, an Israeli bakery &amp; café named for his hometown just outside of Tel Aviv. In November of 2019, Solomonov opened Merkaz, an Israeli pita sandwich shop, and in February of 2020 opened Laser Wolf, an Israeli skewer house. Outside of the restaurants, you can often find Mike with Steve at Pho 75, working out the kinks in their Israeli village, or with family.</span> <b>Purchase Extra Copies of the Book </b>Everybody who orders <em>I Could Nosh</em> from the Weitzman Museum store will receive a complimentary link to the event's livestream. To purchase the book from the Museum Store, visit <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/i-could-nosh-by-jake-cohen">www.shoptheweitzman.org</a>. </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <hr /> <strong>Have a Question? </strong>View our <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/public-program-faqs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAQ</a></strong> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<b>Thursday, August 17 5:00 pm Doors | 6:00 pm Concert</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets - $20 General Admission| <em>FREE</em> for Members</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <strong>A short of this live performance will be released for all to view as a part of the "Secret Chord Concerts" series at a later date.</strong> <p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for an unforgettable summer concert with the first-ever public collaboration between two deeply talented ensembles, Duo Andalus’ LALA Tamar and Ofer Ronen with The Epichorus, led by Rabbi Zach Fredman. This 'supergroup' hails from Israel, Morocco, and New York. Together they will weave Sephardic musical traditions from Southern Spain with Hebrew </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">piyut</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Arabic maqam, and the timeless sounds of the Kora (a 26-string West African harp dating back to the 12th century Mali). The concert will be Tamar's first in Philadelphia, and her first in the US since debuting at New York City’s Lincoln Center during Jewish American Heritage Month. Secure your seats now for this unforgettable evening, where music and history will come together in a joyous celebration of diversity.</span></p> <b>More about Duo Andalus</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Lead vocalist LALA Tamar is a rising star on the international music scene. With every performance, the Israeli vocalist takes listeners through her family’s roots across the Sephardic diaspora - masterfully minding the maze of music historically kept by Jewish women in southern Spain and Morocco. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tamar’s beautifully produced </span><a href="https://youtu.be/A-jzhHWkYoU"><span style="font-weight: 400;">performance videos are deserving of millions of views</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">With the guitar and oud virtuoso Offer Ronen, Duo Andalus effortlessly weaves together the melodic tapestry of flamenco, Arabic maqam, and jazz. The sounds of Ronen’s guitar and oud, combined with Tamar’s soulful vocals, create a captivating and unique Andalusian musical experience that explores and transcends the depths of Sephardic, Ladino, and Hebrew music.</span> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/W5EFvIhyXI8" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <b>More about The Epichorus</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The New York-based instrumental ensemble, the Epichorus, defies categorization, blending traditional Jewish melodies with contemporary influences from around the world. The group was founded in 2012 by their visionary composer and oud player, Zach Fredman, and has since released three albums and performed nationwide. Prepare to be captivated by the harmonious interplay of instruments as the Epichorus takes you on a musical journey like no other, fusing elements of Arabic maqam, Hebrew </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">piyut</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and influences from their hometown of Brooklyn.</span> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mgB44XLkXU0" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>About the Secret Chord Concerts series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. <hr /> <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts - Episodes from Season 1</a> &nbsp; <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER. *Masking in the museum is recommended. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr />

<b>Thursday, July 6 5:15 pm Doors | 6:00 pm Concert</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets - $23 General Admission| $18 Members</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for a mesmerizing evening as we present the Asheville duo, </span><b>Zoe &amp; Cloyd,</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in an extraordinary live recording session. This highly anticipated concert celebrates the launch of their new album "Songs of Our Grandfathers," an enchanting collection that intertwines Natalya Zoe Weinstein and John Cloyd Miller's rich musical heritage in klezmer and bluegrass genres.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The album's May 2023 release marks a significant milestone, coinciding precisely with the centennial anniversary of Weinstein's grandfather's immigration from Ukraine to Philadelphia. He was a gifted Klezmer musician, leaving an indelible mark on the music scene for several decades. Likewise, Miller's own grandfather, the illustrious Jim Shumate, an acclaimed violinist, was a vital figure in the early bluegrass movement, having performed with “The Bluegrass Boys” alongside legends such as Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt, and Early Scruggs.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Don't miss this extraordinary convergence of talent and legacy as Zoe &amp; Cloyd captivate audiences with their soul-stirring melodies. Witness the fusion of klezmer and bluegrass, a harmonious celebration of familial musical roots, destined to create an unforgettable musical experience.</span> <em>Event photo by Sarah Johnston</em> <strong>A short of this live performance will be released for all to view as a part of the "Secret Chord Concerts" series at a later date.</strong> <strong>Hear the Music:</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IZ8aIGWzcWE" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fjF586cjFZ4" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <b>More about Zoe and Cloyd</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Descending from a lineage of klezmer and jazz musicians, Natalya trained classically in her home state of Massachusetts before discovering old-time and bluegrass and moving south in 2004. John, a twelfth generation North Carolinian and grandson of pioneering bluegrass fiddler, Jim Shumate, is a gifted singer and songwriter, placing 1st in the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Contest and the Hazel Dickens Songwriting Contest. Long-time fixtures of the Asheville, NC music scene, the pair were founding members of the lauded roots trio, Red June, later shifting to Zoe &amp; Cloyd after the birth of their daughter in 2015. Since that time, the pair has released four acclaimed albums, performed across the US, and appeared in Season 5 of the nationally syndicated PBS show, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">David Holt’s State of Music</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in 2021. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">In 2022, the band was an official showcase artist at the IBMA World of Bluegrass, featured guest artists for the Davidson College Holiday Gala, as well as hosts of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Swannanoa Solstice</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts. Their fifth studio album, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Songs of Our Grandfathers</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, was released on May 19, 2023 on Organic Records.</span> <b>More about the Album</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">A family legacy of music can be a precious thing for a musician, and when a duo brings two of them together, the results can be even more special. But when the duo are John Cloyd Miller and Natalya Zoe Weinstein, whose grandfathers were hard-working practitioners of musical styles birthed in two different cultures and originally separated by thousands of miles, the outcome is something else altogether: the unique, artfully crafter yet deeply organic blend found in Zoe &amp; Cloyds </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Songs of Our Grandfathers,</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> their latest release for Organic Records. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The project isn’t the first time the two have touched on their familiar musical roots- but for the first time, Zoe &amp; Cloyd have devoted an entire album to exploring these two musical streams in ways that not only honor the distinctive features of each, but also blend them in exciting and innovative ways. And in a nod to one of the projects inspirations- the legendary 1995 collaboration between David Grisman and Andy Statman, Songs of Our Fathers - four numbers feature Statman, a virtuoso bluegrass (and beyond) mandolin player and accomplished klezmer clarinetist who contributes to both sides of the combination. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Find out more: </span><a href="https://www.zoeandcloyd.com/pre-order-songs-of-our-grandfathers-now/"><b>Click Here</b></a> <strong>About the Secret Chord Concerts series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. <hr /> <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts - Episodes from Season 1</a> Jews and Country Music - Jewish Rodeo Tailors Jews and Country Music - Mark Rubin Jews and Country Music - Joe Buchanan and Rabbi Sandra Lawson Jews and Country Music - Nefesh Mountain &nbsp;

<h3 style="text-align: center;">Join us for a family-friendly extravaganza!</h3> <h4 style="text-align: center;">The Museum will be buzzing with exciting performances and activities for all ages.</h4> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>EXTENDED HOLIDAY SCHEDULE June 29 through July 9 </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">The Museum &amp; Museum Store are open!</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Tuesday, July 4th, 2023 </strong>In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Museum Hours 10 am - 5 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">With family-friendly activities until 2 pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Admission </strong>*Admission is <em>FREE!</em> Advanced registration is appreciated but not required.</p> <hr /> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Make this Independence Day one to remember by joining us at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, where history comes to life. Located on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall, there is no better place for history enthusiasts and families to celebrate. On our nation's birthday, enjoy a day of activities</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to promote a deeper understanding of our nation's culture and values. </span> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <b><i>Schedule of Fun</i></b> <span data-ogsc="black"><strong data-ogsc="">10:15am </strong></span><span data-ogsc="">Sing and Dance along with <strong data-ogsc="">Lolly Hopwood</strong> *Littles (0-5 years) <em data-ogsc=""><i data-ogsc="">- </i></em><strong><em data-ogsc="">Concourse Level </em></strong></span> <strong>11am</strong> Philly's official <strong>4th of July parade</strong> returns to Old City, beginning at South Second &amp; Market Street and ending at City Hall. Take advantage of our view from the <strong>5th-floor balcony</strong>! <p data-ogsc=""><span data-ogsc=""><strong data-ogsc="">11:15am </strong>Design your crown and wear it proudly during a read-aloud &amp; dynamic performance by <strong data-ogsc="">Khalil Munir</strong> *Kids (3-12 years) - <strong><em data-ogsc="">Concourse Level</em></strong></span></p> <p data-ogsc=""><span data-ogsc=""><strong>12pm to 2pm</strong> Meet historical interpreter <strong> Eva Baen</strong>, whose storytelling will transport you back to the 1900s.  *All ages - <strong><em data-ogsc="">3rd Floor</em></strong></span></p> <p data-ogsc=""><strong>10am to 4pm</strong> <span data-ogsc="black"> An exciting all-day scavenger hunt awaits older kids aged 8 to 12, ensuring an entertaining and educational experience for the whole family.</span></p> <p data-ogsc=""><span style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to our galleries, the <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">museum store</a> will be open, offering a range of unique Judaica, jewelry, books, souvenirs, and more!</span></p> &nbsp; </div> </div> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Become a Member Today!</strong></p> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/350800?&amp;c_src=44920&amp;c_src2=eventpage" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong> </a>to join or upgrade your membership!</p> Please contact<strong> Beth Heaney, </strong>Manager of Member Relations, for membership questions<strong>: <a href="mailto:BHeaney@theweitzman.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" data-ogsc="" data-safelink="true">BHeaney@theweitzman.org</a> or 215 923 3811 ex 1121.</strong> </div> </div> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <em>Free admission at The Weitzman is made possible thanks to a generous challenge grant from the Mike &amp; Sofia Segal Foundation and the Jane and Daniel Och Family Foundation. </em> <img class="wp-image-3325 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="293" height="62" />

<strong>Thursday, June 29, 2023</strong> <strong>Live at the Weitzman Museum, Live on Zoom</strong> <strong>7:00pm ET Doors | 7:30pm ET Concert Start </strong> <strong>In Person Prices- Sliding Scale: $18/$36/$54 - $15 for Weitzman members</strong> <strong>Zoom Prices- Sliding Scale: $9/$18/$36/$54</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/845951731?h=eab81c28da" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> &nbsp; <span style="font-weight: 400;">Celebrate the release of </span><b>Rena Branson's</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> new album, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Love Is the Ground</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, at The Weitzman's finale event for Pride Month. Branson's music seamlessly weaves together Hebrew liturgy, English poetry, and wordless </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">nigunim</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (spiritual melodies). This 2-set concert includes featured songs from the album and original compositions by Branson's West Philly-based queer Jewish musical collaborators, including </span><b>Rachel Chang</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><b>Dr. Koach Baruch Frazier</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><b>Aly Halpert</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><b>Marques Hollie</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><b>Joni Leibovic </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">and </span><b>Marni Loffman</b>; with additional accompaniment by <strong>Mel Hsu </strong>and <strong>Koof Ibi</strong>.<span style="font-weight: 400;"> The evening will be emceed by <b>Rabbi Mónica Gomery</b>. Attendees are welcome to move and sing along throughout the event. Come as you are!</span> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact </span></i><a href="mailto:programs@theweitzman.org"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">programs@theweitzman.org</span></i></a><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> if cost is prohibitive. Nobody will be turned away for lack of funds. <em>Event photo by Jess Benjamin</em></span></i> <b>More About the Album</b> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Love Is the Ground</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is an album about cultivating a sense of home in the cosmos, in community, in our bodies; about hungrily pursuing transformation; and about resting in the present as we are, in our enoughness. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">It was made in collaboration with a team of Jewish/LGBTQIA+/BIPOC artists based primarily on Lenni Lenape land. The album tracks were recorded by Eric Sherman in his West Philly basement studio, by Eric Bogacz at Spice House Sound in Fishtown, and by many of the artists in their own homes. It was mixed and mastered by Don Godwin with cover art by Sol Yael Weiss. Full artist credits are on</span><a href="https://renabranson.bandcamp.com/album/love-is-the-ground" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Bandcamp</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Listen to the album </span><a href="https://tr.ee/LFMZvsDo8M" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">on your favorite platform</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">!</span> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>More About the Artists</b></p> <b><img class="wp-image-3855 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/rena-headshot1.png" alt="" width="175" height="140" />Rena Branson </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">(they/them) is a Jewish composer, ritual leader, and educator who uplifts personal and collective healing through song. They moved to Philadelphia to join the Rising Song Jewish Music Residency in 2019 and have served as the Cantorial Soloist at Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir for the past three years. Rena founded A Queer Nigun Project, which organizes singing events for LGBTQIA+ folks and offers spiritual support to people in the Jewish community who are incarcerated. Rena teaches and records traditional Hasidic melodies, writes music on commission, and offers powerful programming for a range of Jewish organizations. Learn more about Rena's work by <a href="https://linktr.ee/renabranson" target="_blank" rel="noopener">clicking here</a>!</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-3856 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/rachel-guitar-pic.jpeg" alt="" width="184" height="122" />Rachel Chang</strong> (she/her) is a Jewish musician, songleader, and youth educator, as well as a music therapist, living in Philadelphia, PA. As a multi-instrumentalist, a deep listener, and a lover of harmony, Rachel uses music to cultivate connection and community. She has led music and prayer in a variety of communities, including at LUNAR, a collective and community of Asian Jews, and with children and families at Congregation Beit Simchat Torah in Manhattan, NY. She is also a co-director of A Queer Nigun Project, which uses nigunim as a collective healing practice for LGBTQIA+ people and incarcerated people in the Jewish community. As a queer and multiracial Chinese-American Jew, Rachel has spent years grappling with what it means to belong, to take up space, and to be heard in Jewish community, and she has found music to be an invaluable resource.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-3857 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/koach-headshot-1366x910.jpeg" alt="" width="183" height="122" />Koach Baruch (KB) Frazier, Au.D.</strong> is a transformer, heartbeat of movements, healer, musician, founder of the Black Trans Torah Club and co-founder of the Tzedek Lab, a network of practitioners working at the intersection of dismantling racism, antisemitism and white supremacy. A collaborative leader, rooted in tradition, curiosity and love, Koach strives to dismantle racism, actualize liberation and transform lives both sonically and spiritually. Koach lives and gardens with their wife, LaJuana and daughter, Aasha in Philadelphia on unceded Lenni-Lenape Land where he is a student at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-3858 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Monica-April2023.jpeg" alt="" width="117" height="176" />Mónica Gomery </strong>(she/her) is a rabbi and poet living on unceded Lenni Lenape land in Philadelphia. She serves as Rabbi and Music Director at Kol Tzedek Synagogue, a vibrant, multiracial and intergenerational community that sings from the depths of its communal heart. She is the author of two published collections of poetry, and her poems have appeared in journals and publications nationally and internationally. Mónica was ordained by the Rabbinical School of Hebrew College in 2017; she teaches Talmud on the faculty of SVARA: A Traditionally Radical Yeshiva; and she is a co-founder and past core team member of Let My People Sing! She is deeply grateful to have worked with incredible teams of people on these projects committed to cultural, political, and spiritual transformation. Learn more at </span><a href="http://www.monicagomerywriting.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">www.monicagomerywriting.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and </span><a href="http://www.kol-tzedek.org"><span style="font-weight: 400;">www.kol-tzedek.org</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-3859 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/aly-headshot-1366x913.jpeg" alt="" width="166" height="111" />Aly Halpert </strong>(she/her) is a queer Jewish musician, educator, and activist living on Lenni Lenape land in Philadelphia, PA, USA. A singer, pianist, drummer, and guitar player, Aly writes songs for building community, working for collective liberation, and visioning different worlds. Aly leads music and prayer for Jewish community, including Kol Tzedek Synagogue, Eden Village Camp, Let My People Sing, and Linke Fligl. Her songs have been sung in national gatherings, song circles, and quiet moments of personal prayer, and have moved people all over the world. Her first album, </span><a href="https://alyhalpert.bandcamp.com/album/nipple-confusion"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nipple Confusion</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, has made fans of young people and adults alike. Her first full-band album </span><a href="https://alyhalpert.bandcamp.com/album/loosen"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Loosen</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> was released in April 2022 with Rising Song Records. Whether her songs are serious or seriously goofy, Aly believes deeply in the power of music to awaken us to the loss and hope we carry, expand our sense of possibility, and connect us to each other and our collective strength. For more info, go to </span><a href="http://www.alyhalpert.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">www.alyhalpert.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram: @alhalpal </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Website: </span><a href="http://alyhalpert.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">alyhalpert.com</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-3860 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/marques-headshot-1366x1025.jpeg" alt="" width="171" height="128" />Marques Hollie</strong> (they/he) is a classically trained vocalist, ritual facilitator, and theatre maker, who has been telling stories for as long he can remember. Marques began his operatic career in the late aughts, and after a particularly meaningful Passover seder, initiated an artistic and spiritual exploration of their identities as a Queer, Black, and Jewish person. This exploration has revealed original music, niggunim, prose, and an original theatre piece exploring the themes of passover through music and the narratives of enslaved people called </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Go Down, Moshe</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. It also reinforced Marques’ fundamental belief that Jewish practice and ritual is an expansive container capable of holding all of our parts. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Marques received maggidic ordination from Maggidah Devorah and Rabbi David Zaslow after completing a two year course of study, and is a rabbinical student at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. In his spare time, Marques enjoys taking circus and aerial classes, playing dodgeball with Stonewall Sports, serving on the board of SVARA: A Traditionally Radical Yeshiva, and dreaming about playing the Baker in </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Into The Woods</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. For more information about Marques and what they’re up to, check out: </span><a href="http://www.marqueshollie.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">www.marqueshollie.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Koof Ibi</strong> is a multi-instrumentalist in the Philadelphia area. You can find him strolling down Broad Street with brass bands like The West Philadelphia Orchestra, or sharing the stage with rockstars like Japanese Breakfast for their hometown gigs. Koof has played every genre of music Philly has to offer and incorporates all of it into his own musical style. When he's not  playing music he's filming and editing the Random Tea Sessions, a music video series highlighting other musicians in Philadelphia, or he's behind the lens covering live shows for the WXPN.</p> At his solo shows Koof combines live instruments, loops, and guitar pedals to create surprising  soundscapes, re-invented covers, and sonic liberation. <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><img class="wp-image-3861 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/joni-headshot.png" alt="" width="158" height="158" />Joni Sidharta Leibovic</strong> (any/all pronouns) has been variously described as “a Swiss Army Knife of a musician”, “the Yiddish Thom Yorke”, and “a reckless bamboozler”. When they’re not teaching, writing, or playing music, they are probably cooking, fixing their bicycle, staying up past their bedtime, or looking at a cool bug. If you want to hear snippets of their anti-capitalist rock opera (or their children’s songs about math and science), check out </span><a href="https://ashesashesweallriseup.bandcamp.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">https://ashesashesweallriseup.bandcamp.com/</span></a> &nbsp; <strong><img class=" wp-image-3864 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Marni-photo.jpg" alt="" width="186" height="116" />Marni Loffman</strong> is a community-driven musician and educator exploring how to hold complexity and contradiction compassionately.  Embodying a unique Jewish voice and beyond, Marni explores emotions on personal and collective levels through their music. Marni is a performer and group facilitator who has worked in a broad range of fields: as a homelessness street outreach specialist, a doula, a Jewish experiential educator and a ritual leader. They are committed to healing Jewish practices, building social-emotional awareness, inspiring paradoxical curiosity and cultivating creative expression. With an MA in Peacebuilding, and training in restorative/transformative justice practices, dialogue/mediation, and trauma healing, Marni’s music rawly navigates the complexities of life and takes contemporary spins on traditional prayer. <b><img class="wp-image-3862 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mel-headshot-1366x915.png" alt="" width="174" height="116" />Mel Hsu</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">(she/they) is a sonic painter of impossible worlds. As a multi-instrumentalist, Mel often ventures from her classical roots as a cellist into unexpected, cross-disciplinary collaborations. Rooted in Philadelphia, Mel’s restless spirit finds adventure across time zones and oceans as musical and administrative support for others who inspire her. Mel is a spreadsheet nerd, a slow reader, and a shameless instigator of kitchen dance parties. </span><a href="http://www.melaniehsu.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">www.melaniehsu.com</span><b></b></a> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER. *Masking in the museum is recommended. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Rising Song Institute, Tribe 12, Keshet, Hinenu: the Baltimore Justice Shtiebl, Kadima Reconstructionist Community, New Synagogue Project, Kehilla Community Synagogue, Lab/Shul, Congregation T'chiyah, Eastside Jewish Commons, Temple Beth Sholom, Kesher Pittsburgh, Cleveland Jewish Collective, Mitsui Collective, Sing Unto God, Reconstructing Judaism, Kolot Chayeinu, Moving Traditions, J Proud Philly, Synagogues Rising, TischPDX, A Queer Nigun Project, Dayenu, Chisuk Emuna Congregation, Alberta Shul, Adath Israel, Congregation Beth Am Israel, Society Hill Synagogue, Mishkan Shalom, Kol Tzedek Synagogue, Congregation Leyv Ha-Ir, and Germantown Jewish Center.</em> <img class="wp-image-3799 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="317" height="67" /><img class="wp-image-2896 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HRSI.png" alt="" width="232" height="206" />

<p style="text-align: left;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's at The Weitzman </strong></span></span></span>1:30 PM | <del>April 23, May 21 &amp;</del> June 25</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Tour Ticket Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">$20 General Admission | $15 Weitzman Members </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=tkt&amp;c=PPE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">General Admission Tickets</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=tkt&amp;c=MBRTKT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Weitzman Member Tickets</span></a></p> Join us at The Weitzman for special tours led by Jonathan Horowitz of this powerful exhibition and explore the dialogue created between the works of contemporary art and the themes, ideas, and events in the Museum’s core exhibition. Tours have limited capacity to enhance the visitor experience. <strong data-ogsb="white">"The Future Will Follow the Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz"</strong><span data-ogsb="white">  offers a visually striking and thought-provoking commentary on the state of America today. Horowitz, an artist distinguished for his critical engagement with politics and culture, has organized a series of installations by artists of diverse ages and backgrounds across generations. Works explore transformative changes the country has experienced since 2020, addressing racism, antisemitism, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more.</span> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://theweitzman.org/jonathan-horowitz/"><strong>Learn more about the exhibition. </strong></a></p>

<b>Thursday, June 15, 2023</b> <b>Live at the Weitzman Museum</b> <b>5pm Doors | 6pm Program</b> <b>$15 GA | $10 Weitzman Members </b> <b>$45 GA with signed copy of the Book | $40 Weitzman Member Book bundle</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <div style="padding: 75% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Pink Triangle Legacies: Book Release Conversation iwth W Jake Newsome, Galia Godel, Jazmyn Henderson and Mark Segal and Friends" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/949975894?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us in commemorating Pride Month with a compelling discussion on the intersection of LGBTQ+ history and the Holocaust. Delve into the legacy of the pink triangle and how knowledge of the Holocaust shaped the fight for queer liberation and influenced American gay rights activism. As a symbol used by the Nazis to identify and persecute queer men and transgender women, the pink triangle has since been reclaimed as a symbol of resistance and pride. Our panel of experts include include organizers and activists from Queer communities across Philadelphia including<strong> Galia Godel</strong> (J. Proud Philly), <strong>Jazmyn Henderson</strong> (ACT UP Philadelphia) and <strong>Mark Segal</strong> (Philadelphia Gay News). Together the group will explore the significance of the pink triangle and its impact on LGBTQ+ history and culture. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The event will be moderated by <strong>W. Jake Newsome</strong>, author of "Pink Triangle Legacies: Coming Out in the Shadow of the Holocaust," who will guide us through the complex history and meaning of this important symbol. Jake Newsome is an accomplished author and scholar who has extensively researched the pink triangle and its impact on LGBTQ+ history and culture. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Make sure to stick around for a special book sale and signing featuring Jake Newsome and Mark Segal! Get a discount on the <em>Pink Triangle Legacies</em> by choosing the book bundle ticket option, and </span><a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/pink-triangle-legacies-7-847384018943?_pos=1&amp;_sid=b40e79f69&amp;_ss=r"><span style="font-weight: 400;">purchase extra copies here</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. You can also purchase a copy of Segal's </span><a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/and-then-i-danced-traveling-the-road-to-lgbt-equality?_pos=1&amp;_sid=1f3d44011&amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>And Then I Danced: Traveling the Road to LGBT Equality </em>here</a>. <strong>More about the Moderator</strong> <strong>Dr. Jake Newsome</strong> is an award-winning scholar of German and American LGBTQ+ history whose research and resources educate global audiences. His new book Pink Triangle Legacies: Coming Out in the Shadow of the Holocaust (Cornell University Press) tells the dynamic and inspiring history of the LGBTQ+ community’s original pride symbol. It traces the transformation of the pink triangle from a Nazi concentration camp badge into a widespread emblem of queer liberation, pride, and community. The Lambda Literary Foundation recently named Pink Triangle Legacies as one of its most anticipated new LGBTQIA+ books of 2022. <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> Since earning his Ph.D. in history in 2016, Dr. Newsome has published in academic journals as well as popular outlets like the Washington Post, and has appeared as a guest on numerous podcasts, including Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness. In addition to serving as a historical advisor for film projects, exhibits, and plays, Dr. Newsome has been invited by the French, UK, and US governments to speak about the important lessons that LGBTQ+ history has for all of us today. He now works as a museum professional in Washington, DC. <strong>More about the Panelists</strong> <strong>Galia Godel</strong> (she/he) is the program manager of the LGBTQ Initiative at Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia. Galia has over a decade of experience in LGBTQ education and activism, and works in her free time as a sex educator and communication coach for learners with intellectual disabilities and autism. He is also the organizer of J.Proud, the Greater Philadelphia consortium of Jewish organizations committed to LGBTQ Inclusivity, and leads the queer havurah at his synagogue, Kol Tzedek. When not working, Galia can be found attempting ambitious home improvement projects or feeding her sourdough starter. <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Jazmyn Henderson</strong> (she/her) is an activist who began working with ACTUP Philadelphia in 2013. Henderson's works to serve those most effected by the ongoing HIV epidemic- in that work she focuses on issues which exacerbate infections such as housing, healthcare, trans rights, systemic racism and poverty. She also helped cofound Black and LatinX <a href="https://www.qtpozcommunitycontrolofhealth.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Community Control of Health</a>- a committee of Black and Brown, Poz, Queer and Trans community members who envision a world where community has full control of its overall well being. The group's official mission states, "We envision a world where Black, Brown, trans, queer, poz people have a divine right to embrace the holistic remedies of our ancestors. We seek a patient-first and patient-vote model of care and reject the current profit-driven western medical model. Our community is dying, our systems fail us. We know we are the experts, therefore we should be at the front of all policy recommendations. Our health and our lives are always at the hands of others. No more.."</span> <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> <div class="page" title="Page 3"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> <strong>Mark Segal</strong> has established a reputation as the dean of American gay journalism over the past five decades. From the Stonewall demonstrations in 1969 to founding the Philadelphia Gay News in 1975, along with his more recent forays into TV and politics, his proven commitment as a tireless LGBT advocate has made him a force to be reckoned with. Respected by his peers for pioneering the idea of local LGBT newspapers, he is one of the founders and former president of both the National Gay Press Association and the National Gay Newspaper Guild. Segal was recently inducted into the National Lesbian &amp; Gay Journalist Association’s Hall of Fame and was appointed a member of the Comcast/ NBCUniversal Joint Diversity Board, where he advises the entertainment giant on LGBT issues. He is also president of the dmhFund, though which he builds affordable LGBT- friendly housing for seniors. He lives in Philadelphia. <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the 5th FLoor Ballroom. *Masking in the museum is recommended. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the William Way Community Center, Gratz College, J Proud Philly, 3G Philly, The Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center, The Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation, and Congregation Rodeph Shalom. The program is inspired by the Weitzman Museum’s special exhibition, “The Future Will Follow the Past'', and is presented in honor of Pride Month.</span></i></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="wp-image-3325 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="365" height="77" /></p> <img class="alignnone wp-image-3815" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/thumbnail_Copy-of-williamway-logo.png" alt="" width="292" height="78" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3812" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/GC-logo-white-stacked_blue-circle_F.png" alt="" width="108" height="108" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3817" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/thumbnail_J.Proud-Logo-2.jpg" alt="" width="253" height="79" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3677" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/3gPhilly.png" alt="" width="155" height="155" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3821" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/thumbnail_HAMEC-Est.-1961-Long-1-1366x175-1.png" alt="" width="429" height="55" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3810" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/PHRF.LOGO-1-1366x216.jpg" alt="" width="373" height="59" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3820" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/rs-logo2hi_rez.jpeg" alt="" width="95" height="154" /> &nbsp; </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

<strong>Thursday, June 8th, 2023</strong> <strong>Live at the Weitzman </strong> <b>6:30 - 7:00pm Welcome Reception | 7:00 - 9:30pm Main Program</b> <b>$10 Early Bird Special (Sale Through June 7) | $15 Tickets (June 8)</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-jews-of-summer-a-full-month-of-camp-in-one-night-tickets-625621269057" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Purchase Ticket</span></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us at the Weitzman Museum for the wild, slightly unhinged book launch of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Jews of Summer: Summer Camp and Jewish Culture in Postwar America </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">by Sandra Fox, a scholarly yet entertaining read on the history of American Jewish summer camps. Prepare to have fun while thinking about Jewish camping from the 1950s to the present. Please dress in summer camp clothes, be they the fashions of your youth or of your favorite post-WWII decade.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The event will not be a traditional book talk. Spend a night at the Museum revisiting your favorite summer camp activities including arts and crafts, Hebrew and Yiddish circles, Jewish dancing and singing, a Pride session, and even a color war. Attendees will be offered snacks and drinks inspired by camp, included with admission.</span> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">____________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Produced by Tribe 12 in partnership with Camp Harlam, Camp Havaya, Camp Galil, Grad Network, Gratz College, Ramah Poconos, Reshet Ramah and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. </span></i> <img class="wp-image-3799 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="308" height="65" /><img class="wp-image-3800 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/download.png" alt="" width="287" height="93" />

<strong>Wednesday, May 24th, 2023</strong> <strong>Live on Zoom, Registration Required</strong> <strong>Virtual Doors at 12:30pm ET | Program at 1:00pm ET</strong> <strong>Free with Suggested $12 Donation </strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><i>Donate today to support future Jewish American Heritage Month programming</i></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/482884/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=publiclibraries" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/830584481?h=d38b1c8902" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for a fascinating conversation on uncovering world-class Jewish collections at public libraries across America. Featuring four leading experts in the field, the program will explore Jewish collections at the New York Public Library, Los Angeles Public Library, and the Free Library of Philadelphia. During the first half of the program, each participant will have a chance to show the audience some of their favorite artifacts from the Jewish collections in their library. The program will end with a roundtable conversation between all of the participants, and an audience Q&amp;A. The program will feature </span><b>Dr. Lyudmila Sholokhova</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Curator of the Dorot Jewish Collection at the New York Public Library; </span><b>Tina Lernø</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Librarian and Jewish American Heritage Month Coordinator for Los Angeles Public Library; </span><b>Joseph Shemtov</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Special Collections Coordinator for the Free Library of Philadelphia; and will be moderated by </span><b>Michelle Margolis</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the Norman E. Alexander for Jewish Studies at Columbia University and President of the Association of Jewish Libraries.</span> <b>More about the Participants</b> <b>Michelle Margolis </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">is the Norman E. Alexander Librarian for Jewish Studies at Columbia University.  At present, she serves as the President of the Association of Jewish Libraries, and co-directs </span><a href="http://footprints.ctl.columbia.edu"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Footprints: Jewish Books Through Time and Place</span></i></a><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Her research focuses on the history of Jewish books and libraries as well as Jewish Studies and humanities computing.</span> <b>Tina Lerno</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a librarian for the City of Los Angeles and part of the Library’s Digital Content team where she is responsible for web content and design, with a focus on teen user needs and comics advocacy. Before becoming a librarian, Tina worked in the world of television animation doing color design on shows such as Harold and the Purple Crayon, Jackie Chan Adventures, and The Boondocks.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Tina is the past chair of the GGNFTs committee for YALSA, and she is starting her newly elected term on ALA Council. She is currently an active member of the Graphic Novel and Comics Round Table for ALA and a new AJL member.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Tina grew up in the Los Angeles suburbs, the child of Jewish immigrants from Denmark and India.</span> <b>Dr. Lyudmila Sholokhova </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">is a Curator of the Dorot Jewish Collection at the New York Public Library.  She had previously worked at the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research where she held positions of the Director of the YIVO Library and Archives and Associate Director for External Relations in Eastern Europe and Russia. From 1994 to 2001, she was a Research Associate at the Judaica Division of the Vernadsky National Library of Ukraine in Kiev, her native city. Dr. Sholokhova is the author of numerous publications on the history of Jewish music and Jewish bibliography.</span> <b>Joseph Shemtov</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has been a librarian in the Rare Book Department at the Free Library of Philadelphia since 2008. He curates exhibitions and assists others with their research. His primary focus is to engage community members with special collections. He leads Traveling Treasures, a hands-on history program, and occasionally moderates Story Search From Special Collections, a podcast featuring stories connected to artifacts</span><b>. </b> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <hr /> </div> <p class="p1"><i>An Official Program of </i><a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org/"><span class="s1"><i>Jewish American Heritage Month</i></span></a><i> (JAHM). Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Association of Jewish Libraries, the Free Library of Philadelphia, the New York Public Library and the LA Public Library</i></p> <img class=" wp-image-3830 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JAHM_Program_Logo_color-1366x503.png" alt="" width="345" height="127" /><img class="wp-image-3799 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="426" height="90" /><img class=" wp-image-3884 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/nypllogo.jpg" alt="" width="403" height="126" /> <img class=" wp-image-3885" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/LA_Public_Library_Logo.jpg" alt="" width="399" height="210" /> <img class="wp-image-3886 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/FreeLibraryofPhiladelphiaLogo.jpg" alt="" width="185" height="185" /><img class="wp-image-3887 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AJLLogoTransparent.jpg" alt="" width="189" height="108" />

<p style="text-align: left;" align="center"><strong>Monday, May 22, 2023</strong> <strong>Live at the Weitzman Museum</strong> <strong>6:00pm ET Doors | 7:00pm ET Presentation</strong> <strong>Admission is<span style="color: #000000;"><em> FREE</em></span>, Registration Required</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/StorytellingThroughaDigitalLens" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">REGISTER HERE </span></a></p> <p style="text-align: left;" align="center">The Jewish New Media Festival began in December of 2019 as a way to collectively celebrate the new ways Jewish storytelling continues to be made through digital means. After four long years, PJFM is bringing this festival back <b>May 21 &amp; 22</b> at the <b>Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b>.</p> This FREE reception + panel explores the ventures of Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM) New Media Fellows <b>Caroline Hawthorne</b>, <b>Zoe Feldman</b>, and <b>Eva Schenck</b>. Beginning in the summer of 2022, these remarkable talents began crafting their own digital projects for both PJFM and Tribe 12, from a scripted TikTok series about bubbes and grandchildren to a podcast about Jewish artists in Philadelphia to an online, Hanukkah-centered art contest for up-and-coming creatives. Join PJFM for a fun and insightful dive into the unique ways Jewish storytelling continues to be made in this ever-growing, expansive digital world. <p align="center">Moderated by Benjamin Barnett, Founder of Philadelphia Independent Film Festival (PIFF).</p> <p align="center"><b>*PLEASE NOTE: Advance Registration Is REQUIRED.</b></p> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please get in touch with Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and Tribe12. </em> &nbsp; <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="392" height="83" /><img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="107" height="112" /><img class="wp-image-3565 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/tribe1.png" alt="" width="221" height="47" />

<p style="text-align: left;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's at The Weitzman </strong></span></span></span>1:30 PM | <del>April 23</del>, May 21 &amp; June 25</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Tour Ticket Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">$20 General Admission | $15 Weitzman Members </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=tkt&amp;c=PPE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">General Admission Tickets</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=tkt&amp;c=MBRTKT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Weitzman Member Tickets</span></a></p> Join us at The Weitzman for special tours led by Jonathan Horowitz of this powerful exhibition and explore the dialogue created between the works of contemporary art and the themes, ideas, and events in the Museum’s core exhibition. Tours have limited capacity to enhance the visitor experience. <strong data-ogsb="white">"The Future Will Follow the Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz"</strong><span data-ogsb="white">  offers a visually striking and thought-provoking commentary on the state of America today. Horowitz, an artist distinguished for his critical engagement with politics and culture, has organized a series of installations by artists of diverse ages and backgrounds across generations. Works explore transformative changes the country has experienced since 2020, addressing racism, antisemitism, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more.</span> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://theweitzman.org/jonathan-horowitz/"><strong>Learn more about the exhibition. </strong></a></p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">____________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <i>An Official Program of <a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish American Heritage Month</a> (JAHM).</i> <img class="alignnone wp-image-3741" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/An-Official-Program-of-Full-Color31.jpg" alt="" width="401" height="281" />

<p style="text-align: left;" align="center"><strong>Sunday, May 21, 2023</strong> <strong>Live at the Weitzman Museum</strong> <strong>2:15pm ET Doors | 3:00pm ET Presentation</strong> <strong>Admission is<span style="color: #000000;"><em> FREE</em></span>, Registration Required</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/JewishPrideThroughaDigitalLens" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">REGISTER HERE</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: left;" align="center">The Jewish New Media Festival began in December of 2019 as a way to collectively celebrate the new ways Jewish storytelling continues to be made through digital means. After four long years, PJFM is bringing this festival back <b>May 21 &amp; 22</b> at the <b>Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b>.</p> Join us for this one-time only panel as Karen Cinnamon travels from the UK to the City of Brotherly Love to facilitate debates about ways to express and celebrate Judaism through virtual means. Dubbed the “Oprah of Jewish Joy,” the Queen of Jewish Positivity, and one of the Top 100 Influential Jews of 2022 by the Tel Aviv Institute, Karen is nothing short of amazing! Through her digital platform, <em>Your Jewish Life Your Way,</em> available on Instagram, TikTok, and wherever you get your podcasts, Karen reaches over <strong>FOUR MILLION </strong>users every week with her clever, hilarious, and ultimately impactful videos that foster living Jewish in society. Jewish and Jew-ish millennials from around the world continue to be enthralled by her witty content that celebrates Judaism in all its beautiful forms, as well as her best-selling Jewish Joy Journals, daily gratitude journals for living a happier and more confident life. Visit <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/jewish-pride-through-a-digital-lens/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">phillyjfm.org</a> to learn more! <p align="center"><b>*PLEASE NOTE: Advance Registration Is REQUIRED.</b></p> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please get in touch with Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="392" height="83" /><img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="107" height="112" />

<p style="text-align: left;" align="center"><strong>Sunday, May 21, 2023</strong> <strong>Live at the Weitzman Museum</strong> <strong>11:15pm ET Doors | 12:00pm ET Presentation</strong> <strong>Admission is<span style="color: #000000;"><em> FREE</em></span>, Registration Required</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/ArtistryThroughaDigitalLens" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">REGISTER HERE</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: left;" align="center">The Jewish New Media Festival began in December of 2019 as a way to collectively celebrate the new ways Jewish storytelling continues to be made through digital means. After four long years, PJFM is bringing this festival back <b>May 21 &amp; 22</b> at the <b>Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b>.</p> In this digital age, artists of all kinds have utilized new media platforms, ranging from TikTok to Instagram to YouTube and so much more, to spread their art across the globe. For musical artist Kosha Dillz, this is definitely possible! In this exclusive, interactive discussion, the rapper, who has taken social media by storm with his remarkable musical talent and freestyle Jewish raps, dives into the ways in which new media has become a gateway for so many new and emerging artists from around the world. Moderated by Dan Drago, Host of the <em>25 O’Clock</em> podcast, Philadelphia’s longest-running music podcast. (We think!) Visit <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/artistry-through-a-digital-lens/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">phillyjfm.org</a> to learn more! <p align="center"><b>*PLEASE NOTE: Advance Registration Is REQUIRED.</b></p> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please get in touch with Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="392" height="83" /><img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="107" height="112" />

<strong>Sunday, May 21st, 2023 9am PDT | 12pm EDT | 5pm GMT | 6pm CET | 7pm IDT Free on Zoom, with required registration</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.unitytdiversity.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/YenbqoBIDR8?start=85" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></p> <em>For two hours the Jewish world will come together to experience what we have in common while sharing the unique manifestations.</em> Dancers, singers, communal and global leaders, chefs, and more will provide a virtual taste of the celebration of Jewish diversity. This year, Unity Through Diversity is shining a spotlight on the binding force of Shabbat. Whether it's chulent, hamin, kubbanneh, oriza, salmorejo, hraimeh, or any other festive meal you make, Shabbat holds a special place in the Jewish world. To date 23 organizations have come together to partner in unity. <strong>The first hour</strong> <strong>will focus on Jewish American Heritage</strong>. Out of a virtual studio, presenters from across the United States will share the unique nature of the American Jewish mosaic. People around the world will be watching from their homes and small group watch parties. The first hour will include, among others: <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Dr. Misha Galperin, President and CEO, Weitzman National Museum of American jewish History </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• William Daroff, Chief Executive Officer, Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Yinam Cohen, Counsel General of Israel in Chicago </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Jason Guberman, Executive Director, American Sephardi Federation </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Malcolm Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman, Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Rabbi Marc Angel, Rabbi Emeritus, Congregation Shearith Israel; Founder &amp; Director, Institute for Jewish Ideas and Ideals </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Jackie Barzvi, Founder, Mizrahi Dance Archives </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Sephardi House Fellows, American Sephardi Federation </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Jewish Language Project, Hebrew Union College </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• OneTable, Shabbat Together </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, Rabbi, Mikveh Israel, Philadelphia </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Rabbi Moshe Tessone, Yeshiva University</em></p> <strong>The second global hour will include, among others:</strong> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Amichai Chikli, Minister of Diaspora Affairs and Social Equality, Israel </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Yaakov Hagoel, Chairperson of the World Zionist Organization </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Dr. Hélène Jawhara Piñer, Chef and Scholar, France </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Hazzan Daniel Benlolo, Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue of Montreal </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Rabbanit Oshra Koren, founder, Matan HaSharon, Israel </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Osnat Sharabi Braidman, choreographer, Israel </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Levana Zamir, Historian - Union des Juifs d'Egypte en Israel </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Mati Seri, Actor, Presenter, Singer, and Author, Israel </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Nicole Borger, IMJ Brasil </em></p> <p style="padding-left: 80px;"><em>• Dr. Rachel Yadid, E’eleh BeTamar, Israel</em></p> It is a declaration to future generations that together we are stronger by embracing our unique colors. This May 21, create a watch party, partner with us, or take it all in from home and share in this rich program of Jewish Unity Through Diversity. To become a sponsor and/or share your watch party information: <a href="mailto:drora@americansephardi.org">drora@americansephardi.org</a> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">____________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <i><em>This program is organized by ASF Institute of Jewish Experience. </em>An Official Program of <a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish American Heritage Month</a> (JAHM). </i> <img class="wp-image-3893 aligncenter" src="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JAHM_Program_Logo_color-1366x503.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="91" /> <img class="wp-image-3880 aligncenter" src="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screen-Shot-2023-05-03-at-5.25.43-PM.png" alt="" width="351" height="113" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-3882" src="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="387" height="82" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3883" src="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screen-Shot-2023-05-03-at-5.26.00-PM-1366x359.png" alt="" width="505" height="133" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3884" src="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screen-Shot-2023-05-03-at-5.26.11-PM.png" alt="" width="206" height="94" /><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-3886" src="https://jewishamericanheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screen-Shot-2023-05-03-at-5.26.23-PM-1-1366x770.png" alt="" width="1366" height="770" />

<strong>Tuesday, May 16th, 2023</strong> <strong>Live on Zoom, Registration Required</strong> <strong>Virtual Doors at 12:30pm ET | Program at 1:00pm ET</strong> <strong>Free with Suggested $12 Donation </strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><i>Donate today to support future Jewish American Heritage Month programming</i></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/482884/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=shemin" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/829161387?h=2aae155d76" width="640" height="327" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Be part of a special online event in honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, as we delve into the extraordinary life of </span><b>William Shemin,</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> a Jewish Medal of Honor recipient. Learn how Shemin’s life and legacy intertwines with the greater Jewish American narrative. Check out our new virtual exhibition, <a href="https://theweitzman.org/exhibitions/william-shemin-above-and-beyond-the-call-of-duty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">William Shemin: Above and Beyond the Call of Duty</a>, to learn more!</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Attendees will enjoy a fascinating exploration of the Medal of Honor and its history, led by </span><b>Greg Waters</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Director of Curatorial Affairs for the Medal of Honor Museum. </span><b>Dr. Josh Perelman, </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chief Curator and Director of Interpretation at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, will present on the life of William Shemin, and we'll have the privilege of hearing personal insights from his daughter, </span><b>Elsie Shemin-Roth.</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Moderated by the award-winning writer and editor, </span><b>Sandee Brawarsky</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, who will skillfully guide the conversation and bring the stories to life. We invite you to join us for this enlightening and educational event that celebrates the achievements and contributions of Jewish Americans throughout history. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of our shared heritage. Register now to reserve your spot. </span> This event is made possible with the generous support of Bryna and Joshua Landes and family in memory of their father and grandfather Rabbi Admiral Aaron Landes. <hr /> <i>An Official Program of <a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish American Heritage Month</a> (JAHM) presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Jewish War Veterans (JWV), the National Museum of American Jewish Military History, the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation, and JWB Jewish Chaplains Council. This event is made possible with the generous support of Joshua Landes.</i> <img class=" wp-image-3830 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JAHM_Program_Logo_color-1366x503.png" alt="" width="293" height="108" /><img class="wp-image-3744 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="269" height="57" /><img class="wp-image-3746 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/JWV-Blue-logo.jpg" alt="" width="101" height="105" /><img class="wp-image-3747 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/thumbnail_100-ppi-museum-logo.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="102" /><img class="wp-image-3766 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/thumbnail_image001.jpg" alt="" width="165" height="106" /><img class="wp-image-3767 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/thumbnail_image001.png" alt="" width="134" height="134" />

<strong>Tuesday, May 16th, 2023</strong> <strong>Live at the Weitzman (Watch Party and Talkback) and Live on Zoom (Talkback only)</strong> <b>6:15pm Doors | 7:00pm Watch Party | 7:45pm Talkback</b> <strong>Free with Suggested $12 Donation </strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><i>Donate today to support future Jewish American Heritage Month programming</i></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/482884/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=matchmaking" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/829465937?h=48eae18508" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you looking to swipe right on love? Join us at The Weitzman to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) with a special screening of the new Netflix reality series, “<strong>Jewish Matchmaking</strong>”! After the screening of episode 1, you’ll get the chance to chat with the star of the show, <strong>Aleeza Ben Shalom</strong>, and Tribe12 matchmakers, <strong>Danielle Selber</strong> and <strong>Michal Naisteter</strong>, about the series and the significance of matchmaking in Jewish history and culture.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Jewish American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans to our nation’s history, culture and society. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to learn more about Jewish matchmaking and swipe right on love and history! The screening is available exclusively to our in person audience and will be immediately followed by the talkback. If you can’t join us in person, you can watch the first episode on Netflix at home and join for the talkback session live on Zoom. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Registration for the event is now open. Don’t be late to the party! In-person space is limited, so don’t wait to match with this event.</span> View the series’ trailer below and make sure to tune in for the premiere only on Netflix May 3rd <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/a9kYTRvAIXE" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">____________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <i><em>Presented by Tribe 12 and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. </em>An Official Program of <a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish American Heritage Month</a> (JAHM). </i> <img class=" wp-image-3830 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JAHM_Program_Logo_color-1366x503.png" alt="" width="348" height="128" /><img class="wp-image-3799 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="308" height="65" /><img class="wp-image-3800 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/download.png" alt="" width="287" height="93" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong><em>Fun, engaging Jewish programming for families with young children ages 0-18 months* to meet other parents/caregivers who are going through the same stages together.</em></strong></span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's at The Weitzman </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">April 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30; </span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">May 7</span></span></span> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">*Family Shabbat on Saturday, May 13 | 10 am - 12 pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>jBabies &amp; jToddlers Activities 11 am - 12 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum Hours 10 am - 5pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">$75 for the session ** Pre-registration is required. You must first create an account on the PhillyJCC website. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Please Note</strong>: If you are not brought to a checkout screen, and are instead brought to a list of available classes – this means that your desired class is full. You may scroll down to find said class and click the button “Join Wait list”. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.phillyjcc.com/jbabies-jtoddlers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Sign up &amp; Register</span></a></p> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> This is a great opportunity for your family that we hope will fit your life and meet your family’s needs. Each 8-week jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session will include a 6-week course of “My Grown Up and Me” classes that will offer interactive songs, play, and community building with a Jewish spin. We will also host a “Grownup” class, which will give you the opportunity to learn, socialize, commiserate, and build friendship and community. This “Grownup” class will pair Jewish Educators and Parenting experts to help you grow as Jewish parents. At the end of the jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session, we will host a fun, celebratory Family Shabbat Picnic in a local park or indoor play space. To help make it as convenient as possible, we will be offering the programming in two locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, one at the Kaiserman JCC, Wynnewood and the other at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. We are hoping you will join us for jBabies &amp; jToddlers, as this exciting endeavor is new to our community and will offer you unique opportunities to make connections and create friendships with other families, and enjoy play with your child, all through a Jewish lens. </div> </div> <em>*If you have children 18mo-2 years old and would like to participate or any questions, please send an e-mail to <strong><a href="mailto:engagment@phillyjcc.com">engagment@phillyjcc.com</a> </strong>or<strong> <a href="mailto:rebecca@phillyjcc.com">rebecca@phillyjcc.com</a></strong></em> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented in partnership by jkidphilly, Kaiserman JCC, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-3497" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/JBJT-Logos-768x105-1.png" alt="" width="768" height="105" /> <em>This program is made possible through an engagement grant from PJ Library, a program of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation.</em>

<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Monday, May 8th, 2023 Live on Zoom, Registration Required Virtual Doors at 12:30pm ET | Program at 1:00pm ET Free with Suggested $12 Donation </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><i>Donate today to support future Jewish American Heritage Month programming</i></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/482884/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=behindthescreen" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/825520960?h=e04f74def0" width="640" height="350" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Countering the steady rise of antisemitism is a monumental task. In this program, we celebrate the work of three young Jews who use their popular social media channels to stand up against antisemitism and promote Jewish culture, heritage, and joy. The panelists represent international and diverse perspectives yet a common goal to stop the hate to celebrate. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> What inspires them to do this work? How does content that aims to change how people perceive Jews look? How do they deal with trolls? Where are they seeing success in the fight? Join us for this livestream conversation and get to know some of the people fighting antisemitism on the social media frontlines.</span> <strong>Meet the Panelists</strong> <ul> <li><b>Jordyn Tilchen (she/her) </b>is a New York-based journalist, editor and SEO expert who’s worked for MTV News, The New York Post, Page Six, and several other renowned celebrity and entertainment news organizations. Jordyn’s expertise lies in producing and editing engaging content that quickly goes viral due to her proficiency in conducting keyword research, optimizing headlines, and creating robust content strategies across various digital platforms. Jordyn’s unparalleled knowledge of the internet and viral content creation led her to become a leading voice combating antisemitism on social media today. In 2020, amid a noticeable rise in anti-Jewish hatred, Jordyn — a Hunter College alum with a Bachelor’s Degree in Media Studies — began her online advocacy journey. She uses her growing platform to educate about antisemitism, respond to Jewish current events, provide advice on how to handle antisemitic bigotry online and in person, and to — most importantly — be an example of Jewish pride in an overwhelmingly intolerant world. Follow her on Instagram @jtilch and Twitter @jordyntilchen</li> <li><b>Matthew Nouriel (they/them), </b>aka The Empress Mizrahi, is a non-binary digital activist and content creator of Iranian Jewish descent living in Los Angeles, California. In recent years, Matthew has been using their voice to passionately advocate and fight for the causes they believe in - namely LGBTQ+ rights and equality within the Iranian and Jewish communities, and combating antisemitism - using their social media as a means to reach those who relate to their perspective and lived experiences, as well as engaging audiences on panel discussions and speaking engagements across the country. They have taken on leadership roles with both queer and non-queer organizations such as JDC Entwine, JQ International, Tel Aviv Institute, and work as the Community Engagement Director at JIMENA - Jews Indigenous to the Middle East and North Africa. Matthew has had articles published in JNS, The Forward, and Hey Alma, as well as being featured in Jewish Journal, Tehran Magazine, the Algemeiner, and more. In 2021 they were the recipient of the TrailBlazer Award at the JQ International annual Impact Awards.</li> <li><b>Tova Ricardo (she/her) </b>is a content creator, Jewish community advocate, and award-winning spoken word poet and writer from Northern California. As a Black Ashkenazi woman invested in Torah, Israel advocacy, and uplifting American Jewish communities of color, Ricardo's community engagement work and writing have been featured in Hillel International, Jewish Journal, Jews of Color Initiative, Jewish Women’s Archive, Jewish Women International, Jewish Federations of North America, UJA-Federation of NY, and more. She is a former Oakland Youth Poet Laureate, was a finalist in the national collegiate poetry slam competition, and is a digital producer at the Tel Aviv Institute. You can find her on Instagram @tovathepoet.</li> </ul> <strong>About the Moderator</strong> <ul> <li><b>Mahrinah Shije (she/her) </b>is Founding General Partner of Endemic Venture Capital. Ms Shije began her career as an Investment Analyst with UBS and has spent two decades in high tech startups. She holds an MBA in Finance from the Wharton School and a BA/MS in Anthropology from the University of Pennsylvania. Ms Shije is a Partner at Zia Impact, through which she works with clients on impact strategy and tribal infrastructure development and CEO and Board Chair of Pueblo Development Commission, an NGO in United Nations consultative status. Mahrinah is a contributor to the Forward, Board Member of Panim Hadashot in New Mexico, public speaker (for organizations ranging from synagogues to Universities, the United Nations, CAMERA, Combat Antisemitism, Hadassah, Hasbara Fellowships, Zioness, and more), and an online advocate who was one of the Jewish United Fund's 36 Under 36: Double Chai in the Chi. She served as an appointed member of the All Pueblo Council of Governors' Legislative Committee from 2019-2022 and has been a member of the Democratic Party's Ethnic Coordinating Council since . She is Tewa and Sefardi Jewish and married into the Pueblo of Zia. Ms. Shije is a 2023 Fellow at Leadership New Mexico, VC Lab in Palo Alto, and the Nahum Goldmann International Fellowship. Find her on instagram @mahrinah, and on twitter @mlvs</li> </ul> <hr /> <i>An Official Program of <a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish American Heritage Month</a> (JAHM). Produced by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Combatting Antisemitism Movement (CAM).</i> &nbsp; <img class=" wp-image-3830 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JAHM_Program_Logo_color-1366x503.png" alt="" width="282" height="104" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-3799" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="561" height="119" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3825" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/CAM-Logo-640x255-1.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="111" />

<strong>Thursday, May 4th, 2023</strong> <strong>Live at the Weitzman &amp; Livestreamed on Zoom</strong> <strong>Doors at 5:15pm ET | Concert at 6 pm ET</strong> <strong>Cash bar with beer, wine, and soft drinks</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><i>Donate today to support future Jewish American Heritage Month programming.</i></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/482884/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=kickoffconcert" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="2023 JAHM Kick off Concert: Frank London&amp;#039;s Klezmer Brass Allstars with Joshua Nelson and the Kosher Gospel Singers" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/827722917?h=5508451e93&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <span style="font-weight: 400;">Kick-off Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) at The Weitzman with an electrifying musical celebration combining traditional Jewish klezmer music with contemporary sounds! </span><b>Frank London and the Klezmer Brass Allstars</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, an internationally renowned band that has captivated audiences around the world with their high-energy performances, will be joined by the soulful melodies of African-American gospel music combined with traditional Jewish lyrics of </span><b>Joshua Nelson and the Kosher Gospel Singers.</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Together, these two dynamic ensembles will take the stage at the </span><b>Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on </span><b>May 4th at 6 pm</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to kick off Jewish American Heritage Month with a one-of-a-kind musical experience that celebrates the roots of two rich musical traditions.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">But if you can’t be there in person, don’t worry – you can still tune in via livestream and experience the excitement from the comfort of your own home. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of klezmer music or simply looking for a new musical adventure, this electrifying celebration is not to be missed.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Reserve your in-person tickets now before they’re all gone and get ready to be transported to a world of vibrant, soulful music that will leave you feeling inspired and energized. Enjoy a cash bar with domestic beer, soft drinks, and local kosher wine poured by <a href="https://www.camunacellars.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Camuna Cellars</a>.</span> <b>Preview Joshua Nelson with Frank London's Klezmer Brass Allstars</b> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/816255819?h=626d2d6597" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/816250363?h=bcee7437c8" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> &nbsp; <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> *Masking in the museum is recommended but not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <i>An Official Program of <a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish American Heritage Month</a> (JAHM).</i> <img class=" wp-image-3830 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JAHM_Program_Logo_color-1366x503.png" alt="" width="391" height="144" />

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Thursday, April 27th</b> <strong>6:00 pm ET Doors | 6:30 pm ET Event Begins</strong><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/FiddlersJourneytotheBigScreen" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a><b>Live at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b> <strong>Free with Suggested $12 Donation, Registration Required</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> &nbsp; <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="FaithinthefaceofHate" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/825532946?h=3916d01d74&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> Join us for a conversation featuring the two prominent faith leaders, <strong>Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker</strong> and <strong>Reverend Mark Kelly Tyler, Ph.D.</strong>  We'll begin the evening by hearing from Rabbi Cytron-Walker about his experience during and since the 2022 hostage crisis at his former congregation in Coleysville, Texas. Following the Rabbi's reflections, we will hear from both faith leaders reflect on the importance of working across faith based communities to address rising antisemitism and hate in all of it's forms today. The conversation will be moderated by <strong>Jane Eisner</strong>, director of academic affairs at the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University. This event is produced and presented by the Philly ADL in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History. <strong>More About the Participants</strong> <p class="p1"><b>Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker </b>is the Rabbi at Temple Emanuel in Winstom-Salem, North Carolina. Rabbi Charlie has a history of working to bring a sense of spirituality, compassion, and learning into the lives of his communities. He loves finding a connection with people of every age and strives to welcome all who enter his congregation, from interfaith families to LGBT individuals and families to those seeking to find a spiritual home in Judaism, along with all others. He previously served at Congregation Beth Israel in Coleysville, Texas.</p> <p class="p1">On January 15, 2022 Rabbi Charlie and three other Temple Beth Israel congregants were held hostage by a gunman in the synagogue's sanctuary. After an 11-hour standoff, all the hostages were able to escape when Rabbi Charlie threw a chair at the gunman, distracting him long enough for everyone to get out of the building. Since then, he has spoke out on the importance of security training for religious communities, and especially small congregations, as well as the need to build stronger bridges between faith communities, especially on a local level.</p> <strong>Reverend Mark Kelly Tyler, Ph.D. </strong>is a prominent religious leader and social justice advocate based in Philadelphia. With a career spanning over three decades, Reverend Tyler has become a respected figure in the interfaith community, known for his dedication to promoting unity and understanding across different religious traditions. As the pastor of Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Reverend Tyler has led his congregation in numerous initiatives aimed at addressing social and economic inequality in Philadelphia. He has also played a key role in building bridges between different faith communities, working closely with leaders of various religions to promote interfaith dialogue and cooperation. In addition to his work as a pastor, Reverend Tyler is also a sought-after speaker, frequently giving talks on topics such as interfaith relations, social justice, and community building. He has been recognized for his leadership and activism by various organizations, including the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists and the National Action Network. Throughout his career, Reverend Tyler has remained committed to promoting the values of compassion, empathy, and understanding, and his work has served as a model for interfaith collaboration and community engagement. <strong>Jane Eisner</strong> is an accomplished journalist, educator, non-profit leader and public speaker who is currently director of academic affairs at the Graduate School of Journalism at Columbia University, overseeing the Masters of Arts program. For more than a decade, she was the Forward’s editor-in-chief, the first woman to hold the position at America’s foremost national Jewish news organization. Since Eisner joined the Forward in 2008, the publication dramatically expanded its digital reach, becoming the authoritative source of news, opinion, arts and culture in the Jewish world. The publication won numerous regional and national awards, and her editorials have been repeatedly honored by the Society of Professional Journalists and other media groups. She is known for her interviews of such notable figures as President Barack Obama, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Reuven Rivlin and many others. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Philly ADL in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-3385" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/ADL-logo-Philadelphia-300px.png" alt="" width="219" height="109" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3564" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1-1366x289.png" alt="" width="483" height="102" />

<strong>Wednesday, April 26th 6:30pm ET Doors | 7:00 pm ET Screening</strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman</b> <b>GA $15 | Seniors $13 | Students $10</b> Click here for tickets: <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/upheaval/">https://phillyjfm.org/event/upheaval/ </a> To this day, the politics of Menachem Begin, the former Prime Minister of Israel, continue to divide the world. He is both revered and abhorred by others, a man whose decision-making sometimes resulted in dire consequences. His undying devotion to the Jews of his country, however, is incontrovertible. As one of the leading advocates for the State of Israel, Begin’s history is a vast display of extraordinary moments, from his founding of the Likkud party to the signing of a historic peace deal with Egypt. All these years later, his crazy, complicated life and efforts to support Jewish immigration to the Holy Land are brought back into the picture. In <strong>UPHEAVAL</strong>, director Jonathan Gruber further proves his talent as a naturally gifted documentarian. His film, featuring perceptive interviews with historians and everyday Israeli citizens just walking up the street, is distinctive in its permission for honest but thought-provoking discussion over Begin’s legacy. Fast-paced with remarkable archival footage and carefully explained facts from a multitude of talking heads, this captivating documentary transports us back to the Begin years and its brilliant, complex, and passionate leader. <span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW220305803 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0">Join us at The Weitzman for <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/upheaval/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's (PJFM) screening of UPHEAVAL </a> </span></span>featuring special guest Executive Producer Rob Schwartz. <hr /> <span data-contrast="auto">Directed by Jonathan Gruber</span> <span data-contrast="auto">Documentary Feature</span> <span data-contrast="auto">USA | 2020 | 88 min</span> English <b><span data-contrast="auto">Official Selection: </span></b>Atlanta Jewish Film Festival | Jerusalem Jewish Film Festival | Miami Jewish Film Festival <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please reach out to Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and the </em><i>Louis D. Brandeis Law Society.</i> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="59" /><img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="102" height="107" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3690" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/foundation-logo.png" alt="" width="89" height="106" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's at The Weitzman </strong></span></span></span>1:30 PM | April 23, May 21 &amp; June 25</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Tour Ticket Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">$20 General Admission | $15 Weitzman Members </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=tkt&amp;c=PPE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">General Admission Tickets</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=tkt&amp;c=MBRTKT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Weitzman Member Tickets</span></a></p> Join us at The Weitzman for special tours led by Jonathan Horowitz of this powerful exhibition and explore the dialogue created between the works of contemporary art and the themes, ideas, and events in the Museum’s core exhibition. Tours have limited capacity to enhance the visitor experience. <strong data-ogsb="white">"The Future Will Follow the Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz"</strong><span data-ogsb="white">  offers a visually striking and thought-provoking commentary on the state of America today. Horowitz, an artist distinguished for his critical engagement with politics and culture, has organized a series of installations by artists of diverse ages and backgrounds across generations. Works explore transformative changes the country has experienced since 2020, addressing racism, antisemitism, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and more.</span> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://theweitzman.org/jonathan-horowitz/">Learn more about the exhibition. </a></p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">____________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <i>An Official Program of <a href="http://www.jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish American Heritage Month</a> (JAHM).</i> <img class="alignnone wp-image-3741" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/An-Official-Program-of-Full-Color31.jpg" alt="" width="401" height="281" />

<strong>Sunday, April 16th 1:30pm ET Doors | 2:00 pm ET Performance </strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b> <strong>General Admission Ticket: $18 | Member Ticket: $13</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Donate today to support future Weitzman Museum programming.</em></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Donation</span></a></p> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="LevOfLeningrad DS EDit" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/825246740?h=b568c7d510&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The combination of humor and heartbreak promises to make this theatrical reading of Noah Schoenberg’s </span><em><b>Lev of Leningrad</b></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"> a memorable and moving experience. This powerful play offers a unique perspective on the immigrant experience. Lev and his wife Marina's 24-year journey from the Soviet Union to America is sure to resonate with audiences and highlight the challenges and triumphs of adapting to a new culture, a modern American culture. In addition to enjoying the dramatic reading, guests will gain a deeper understanding of the immigrant experience.</span> <strong>About the Show </strong>Lev Furman became a <em>refusenik</em> in 1974 after the Leningrad Office of the Emigration Department of the Russian Soviet Federated Socialist Republic (LOEDRSFSR, for short) denied Lev’s application for an exit visa. For the next fourteen years Lev resisted the not very secret Russian police (KGB) and Soviet bureaucrats while building a not so underground Jewish studies movement and demanding the right to emigrate. Lev and his wife Marina – also a refusenik, originally from Kyiv, in Ukraine – were finally expelled in 1988. They landed in Philadelphia 10 years later. Lev of Leningrad is their story, an extraordinary family saga of contradictions that Lev embraced while obeying law and conscience, both divine and humane, in Leningrad as a refusenik and in Philadelphia as a father. One constant: Lev has never stopped fighting for freedom; just a few months ago, he refused to withdraw from the sauna at closing time. <strong>About the Playwright</strong> Noah Schoenberg is honored to have known the Furman family for many years, since meeting Michal on their first day of preschool at the Kaiserman Jewish Community Center in Wynnewood, Pa. Noah earned undergraduate degrees in mathematics and neuroscience and worked in finance for five years before he turned to playwriting. His change of profession did not surprise his previous employer, who was largely unimpressed with his work as a commodities analyst. Lev of Leningrad is Noah’s first play. He has other original pieces in development for the stage and screen. <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER. *Masking in the museum is recommended. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Partnership with the Jewish National Fund and Kasierman JCC.</em> <img class="wp-image-3325 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="365" height="77" /> <img class="wp-image-3586 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/smallJNFlogo-1366x1034.jpg" alt="" width="158" height="119" /><img class="wp-image-3693 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/bg-logo.png" alt="" width="294" height="47" />

<p style="text-align: center;"></p> <strong>Thursday, April 13th 5:30pm ET Doors | 6:00 pm ET Screening | 7:30pm ET Q&amp;A |</strong> <strong>8:00pm ET End of Passover Reception</strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b> <strong>General Admission Ticket: $18 | Member Ticket: $15</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> Talk back and Performance: <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/827743258?h=a6126bc50a" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> Full Film: <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/m84Uz8A14uE" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p data-ogsb="white">The Weitzman welcomes you to the Philadelphia premiere of the award-winning film, <em><strong>How Saba Kept Singing</strong></em>. The film shares the story of Cantor, Holocaust Survivor, and Military Veteran, <strong>David S. Wisnia</strong> (z’’l), who spends his later years traveling with his grandson and musical accompanist, <strong>Avi Wisnia</strong>, telling the story of how he survived the Holocaust using music which the duo perform together. For years, Cantor Wisnia’s story centered around the belief that he survived Auschwitz mainly by using his beautiful singing voice to entertain his Nazi captors. These performances in the death camp gave him status as a ”privileged prisoner.” However, when David takes his family back to Poland for one last performance, Avi starts asking questions and they realize someone else may have had a hand in Saba’s survival.</p> The screening will be followed by a Q&amp;A with Avi Wisnia who is featured in the documentary, and Sara Taksler, the film’s director. The Q&amp;A will end with a special musical performance from Avi. All in attendance are then invited to a casual post-film reception with the Wisnia family, including wine and food to celebrate the end of Passover. <strong>About the Documentary</strong> David Wisnia always believed that he survived Auschwitz by using his beautiful singing voice to entertain his Nazi captors. However, when his curious grandson, Avi, starts asking questions, the pair embarked on a journey that lead them into the mystery of Saba’s past, including a previous relationship that may be the reason his life was spared. An uplifting story about faith, family and the power of discovery, proving love can grow and take hold in even the grimmest of places. This film was Executive Produced by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton. Below is a short video about Cantor David "Saba" Wisnia (z"l) <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pcc8xCZ35KI" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER. *Masking in the museum is recommended, but not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM), the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (HAMEC), and 3G Philly. </em> <img class="wp-image-3325 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="365" height="77" />    <img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="76" height="80" /> <img class="wp-image-3604 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/thumbnail_HAMEC-Est.-1961-Long-1-1366x175.png" alt="" width="345" height="44" /><img class="wp-image-3677 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/3gPhilly.png" alt="" width="97" height="97" />

<strong>Sunday, April 9th 4:00pm ET - 6:00pm ET</strong> <b>Live at the Germantown Jewish Center</b> <b>Free - Registration Required</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jproud-lgbtq-community-passover-seder-tickets-570895763597" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> The Weitzman is thrilled to be partnering with J.Proud and Germantown Jewish Centre for their annual LGBTQ Passover seder - in person, this year! This Passover Seder will be held at Germantown Jewish Center, under an outdoor tent. Join J. Proud and other queer members of the Philadelphia Jewish community to enjoy a seder, the traditional Passover meal and service, while exploring themes like queerness, trans identities, activism, liberation, and freedom. Participants will have a chance to reflect on the history of Jewish and queer struggles for acceptance, as well as meditate on a future where our intersecting identities are celebrated. This event is a potluck - all ritual/seder plate items, and plates/utensils/etc will be provided. Attendees are asked to bring a potluck dish. Dishes MAY contain <em>kitniyot</em> (beans, rice, seeds, etc). Dishes may NOT contain wheat, spelt, barley, rye, or oats. All attendees are also asked to bring an index card with ingredients listed. &nbsp; <hr /> Live at <strong>Germantown Jewish Centre</strong> 400 West Ellet Street Philadelphia, PA 19119 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please reach out to <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jproud-lgbtq-community-passover-seder-tickets-570895763597" target="_blank" rel="noopener">J.Proud</a> by clicking the contact button at the bottom of the ticketing <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jproud-lgbtq-community-passover-seder-tickets-570895763597" target="_blank" rel="noopener">page</a> or check out the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/3400523253545684" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook event</a> for more information. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by J. Proud in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="59" /><img class="wp-image-3631 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/thumbnail_J.Proud-Logo-2.jpg" alt="" width="189" height="59" />

<strong>Sunday, April 2nd 10:30am - 12:00pm Live at Congregation Beth Am Israel</strong> <em>1301 Hagys Ford Road</em> <em>Penn Valley, PA</em><strong> FREE EVENT - <a href="https://bethamisrael.shulcloud.com/form/saving-monticello.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Register</a> </strong> Monticello is remembered as the home of Thomas Jefferson, but did you know that for nearly a century after his death, it was owned by a Jewish family? During this program, journalist and historian <strong>Marc Leepson</strong> will share historic images and speak about the little-known story of how an American Jewish family helped preserve one of this country's landmarks amidst increasing antisemitism in the community. <strong>More on the Speaker</strong> Journalist and historian Marc Leepson is the author of nine published books, including <i>Saving Monticello: The Levy Family’s Epic Quest to Rescue the House that Jefferson Built</i>, <i>Flag: An American Biography</i>, and biographies of Francis Scott Key, the Marquis de Lafayette, and Army Staff Sgt. Barry Sadler. A former staff writer for Congressional Quarterly in Washington, D.C., he taught U.S. History at Lord Fairfax Community College in Virginia, and is the arts editor, senior writer, and columnist for <i>The VVA Veteran</i> magazine, which is published by Vietnam Veterans of America in Silver Spring, Maryland. <hr /> Live on Zoom, and at Temple Beth Am Israel 1301 Hagys Ford Road Penn Valley, PA <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Congregation Beth Am Israel in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em>

<span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW220305803 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0">Join us at The Weitzman for Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's (PJFM) Lindy SpringFest. Throughout the week, we'll host nine exciting and carefully curated films </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0">which engage with Jewish culture and values. See below for more information. </span></span> <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">OPENING NIGHT</span></strong> <strong><em><b>MARCH ’68</b> - </em><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/march-68/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Saturday, March 25 at 7:30pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3606 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/thumbnail_MARCH-68-HR-Pic-7.jpg" alt="" width="296" height="148" /> Beautifully filmed with hip music and superb performances, <b>MARCH ’68 </b>is a timeless love story, a tale of romance jeopardized by a messy array of governmental beliefs and diatribes. Director Krzysztof Lang takes a magnifying glass to post-WWII Poland and brilliantly shows the tumult of the late 60s, a decade of anger, injustice, and courage from its citizens, just people hoping to move on with their lives. <hr /> <strong><em>TH<b>E PRINCE OF EGYPT: 25^th Anniversary Screening </b>-</em> <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/the-prince-of-egypt/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Sunday, March 26, at 11:00am</em> <img class="wp-image-3607 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/THE-PRINCE-OF-EGYPT-HR-Pic-3-1-1366x768.jpg" alt="" width="284" height="160" /> The Oscar-winning box office hit of the late 90s, the kids' movie musical that moved audiences worldwide, the “Passover movie” of all Passover movies…is returning to the big screen! In this family-friendly event – just two weeks before Passover – PJFM encourages all children and parents to come early for this special 25th-anniversary screening, featuring arts and crafts, food, and storytime. Singing is encouraged but not required! <hr /> <em><strong><b>THE CITY WITHOUT JEWS: Silent Film with Live Music Score</b> - </strong></em><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/the-city-without-jews/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here for Tickets</strong></a> <em>Sunday, March 26 at 8:00pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3608 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/thumbnail_The-City-of-Jews-Image-for-film-page.png" alt="" width="247" height="139" /> 2024 will mark the 100^th anniversary of <b>THE CITY WITHOUT JEWS</b>¸ H.K. Breslauer’s phenomenal silent film that has engrossed audiences across the globe. In this grand event, PJFM brings this classic to the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History with LIVE original music composed and performed onstage by world-renowned klezmer violinist Alicia Svigals and silent film pianist Donald Sosin. Come and be amazed by this long-lost classic of silent cinema while listening to the spectacular musical duo! <hr /> <em><strong><b>BERENSHTEIN</b> - </strong></em><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/berenshtein/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here for Tickets</strong></a> <em>Monday, March 27 at 7:00pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3609 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/thumbnail_BERENSHTEIN-HR-Pic-7.jpg" alt="" width="296" height="124" /> As commander of a partisan battalion, Leonid Berenshtein helped locate and thwart Hitler’s “wonder weapon,” the dictator’s V2 missile development facility, at the height of the Second World War. Years later, Berenshtein, a frail, elderly man in his final years, bravely recounts his time in the battalion. From fighting Nazis in the cold forests of Eastern Europe to rescuing Jewish prisoners behind enemy lines, the memories are as vivid to him as if they were from yesterday. <hr /> <em><strong><b>VALERIA IS GETTING MARRIED – Encore Screening</b> </strong></em><strong>-<a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/valeria-is-getting-married-encore/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em> </em>Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Tuesday, March 28, 2:00pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3610 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/thumbnail_VALERIA.jpg" alt="" width="252" height="142" /> When a smiley, carefree Ukrainian woman arranges for her younger sister to marry an Israeli man and start her life anew, trepidation fills the room for the soon-to-be bride. Is this arranged marriage a blessing in disguise or a disaster waiting to happen? <b>VALERIA IS GETTING MARRIED </b>has astounded audiences and critics across the globe with its tense setting, intelligent writing, and top-notch performances from its minimal cast. Writer/director Michal Vinik has created a powerful tale of two women willing to decide for themselves and not fall victim to society’s demands. <hr /> <em><strong><b>SHTTL – Encore Screening</b> </strong></em><strong>- </strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/shttl-encore/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here for Tickets</strong></a> <em>Wednesday, March 29 at 7:00pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3611 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/SHTTL-HR-Pic-2-1-1366x572.jpg" alt="" width="286" height="120" /> The year is 1941, and although Nazi Germany has yet to take over Soviet Ukraine, there is already chaos and distrust in one particular shtetl. The gossip of a potential Nazi invasion is overshadowed by constant clashing between Hasidic Jews and communist supporters. Unbeknownst to these people, their chance to make amends with their neighbors’ differences may be too late. Filmed in one continuous shot in breathtaking black-and-white, Ady Walter’s directional debut is one of the year's most hypnotic, haunting, and positively spellbinding films. <hr /> <b><em>ONLY IN THEATERS – Encore Screening</em> <strong><em>- </em><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/only-in-theaters-encore/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong></b> <em>Thursday, March 30 at 2:00pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3612 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ONLY-IN-THEATERS-HR-Pic-1-1366x910.jpg" alt="" width="263" height="176" /> To this day, Laemmle Theatres has become a gateway for independent and international cinema, attracting movie buffs and up-and-coming arthouse filmmakers galore. After years of success and overcoming challenges, from the birth of television to an ever-growing increase in film streaming, nothing will threaten their existence more than COVID-19. Filmed over two years, Raphael Sbarge’s passionate love letter to the cinema is a scary yet hopeful reminder that film is immortal, no matter how much things substantially change in the world. <hr /> <b><em>JEWISH SHORTS</em> <strong><em>- </em><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/jewish-shorts-springfest-2023/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong></b> <em>Thursday, March 30, 7:00pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3615 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/thumbnail_FAVORITE-DAUGHTER-HR-Pic-3.png" alt="" width="238" height="134" /> <em><strong>IBACH </strong></em>For Eric Brauer, his Ibach piano is more than a musical instrument. It is an object embedded with history, a part of the family that escaped from Nazi Germany to Philadelphia. This beautiful documentary shows the piano as it is polished and restored in the City of Brotherly Love for Brauer’s family and the generations to come. <em><strong>WOMEN OF VIRTUE </strong></em>Etel, a curious, innocent 9-year-old girl from a Hasidic community in Paris, is surprised one morning to discover she has her first period. Blessed by her mother and the community, she is pleased until she is told that women are “impure” during menstruation. <strong><em>MAZEL TOV </em></strong> This is not your usual bar mitzvah. For 13-year-old Adam, his entrance to adulthood is interrupted by his drunk mother, air raid sirens, and lingering anxiety about the feelings of his sexuality. Despite all the chaos of this crazy evening, this is <em>his</em> special night, and Adam will dare to show his true self for all the guests to see. <strong><em>FAVORITE DAUGHTER </em></strong>The year is 2020. As COVID-19 locks everyone indoors, director Dana Reilly quarantines with her mother and hilarious grandmother in a Tribeca apartment where they laugh, reminisce about past relationships and remind one another that no matter how scary the world gets, they will always be there for each other. <strong>SURPRISE FILM!! </strong>See the world premiere of this accomplished musician… <hr /> <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>CLOSING NIGHT</strong></span> <em><strong>HA<b>UTE COUTURE – Closing Night</b> - </strong></em><strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/event/haute-couture/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Saturday, April 1 at 7:30pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3613 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/thumbnail_HAUTE-COUTURE-HR-Pic-1.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="157" /> Intensely moving with award-worthy performances by Nathalie Baye and Lyna Khoudri, director Sylvie Ohayon's timely drama is a relatable story about the unpredicted friendships that can save our lives. Mothers and daughters, trust, love, and <i>lots </i>of clothes and fashion are just many themes in this delightfully touching Closing Night Film of Lindy SpringFest 2023. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please get in touch with Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="392" height="83" />             <img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="107" height="112" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/468173/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <em>Relive the 2023 Freedom Seder Revisited anytime by watching the recordings (split into three parts) below.</em> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/814085417?h=172c0f5c3f" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/814086601?h=cfaa720666" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/814087687?h=c02fae8136" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> &nbsp; <strong>Monday, March 20th 5:15pm ET Doors | 6:00 pm ET Event </strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b> <strong>General Admission Ticket: $36| Member Ticket: $25</strong> &nbsp; <div> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><strong>Freedom Seder Revisited is back in person!</strong></em></p> As many Jews prepare for Passover, the most widely celebrated Jewish holiday, <strong>we invite people of all backgrounds</strong> to join us for a Passover seder-inspired evening with good food and conversation. Instead of a traditional seder, the retelling of the Exodus story will be substituted with an artfully curated lineup of storytellers, speakers, and songsters whose presentations will reflect Passover themes such as freedom and “welcoming the stranger.” Story and song selections will tie to Norman Rockwell’s <em>Four Freedoms</em> posters which are currently featured in the Weitzman Museum’s special exhibition, <em>The Future Will Follow the Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz</em>. One of the central tenets of Passover (and history museums!) is understanding the meaning of the past in our lives today.The Weitzman’s current exhibition explores this idea through Rockwell’s <em>Four Freedoms</em>, first articulated by Franklin D. Roosevelt: Freedom of Speech, Freedom from Fear, Freedom of Worship, and Freedom from Want.The posters appear alongside contemporary works on the same themes by other artists. This annual event is inspired by the historic 1969 Freedom Seder, where hundreds of people of all backgrounds gathered to explore and celebrate freedom in the context of the civil rights movement. This communal event invites you to our table for an evening commemoration, stories, performances, and community exploration of freedom in America today. <strong>Storytellers, Speakers and Musicians include:</strong> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Elaine S Holton (she/her) - Queer, Jewish, Black-Chinese American community-centered Philadelphia artist, Creative Director and Teaching Artist at PHonk!Philly</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ximena Violante (he/they) - Mexican violinist, jarana player, singer, teacher, actor and organizer creating spaces for people to celebrate their roots, reimagine their futures, and expand their communities</span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Betty Smithsonian (she/her) - comic, creator, performer, entertainer and award winning goof</span></li> <li>Pauli Reese (they/them) - storyteller, teaching artist, queer spiritual and theological thinker, musical improviser and producer</li> <li>Geoff Jackson (he/him) - Philadelphia based comedian and storyteller; Host of the Schooled! and Nitty Gritty storytelling shows</li> <li>Rabbi Arthur Waskow, organizer of the original 1969 Freedom Seder, founder and director of the Shalom Center</li> <li>Reverend Mark Kelly Tyler Ph.D, Pastor, Mother Bethel AME Church</li> <li>Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, Congregation Mikveh Israel Associate Rabbi</li> <li>Aly Halpert (she/her), musician, educator, and activist. Debut album, <a href="https://alyhalpert.bandcamp.com/album/loosen" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>“Loosen”</strong></a>, was released on Rising Song Records in 2022. With musical accompaniment from Avra K'Davra (they/them) and Elliot Beck (he/him).</li> </ul> <em>*Kosher food to be provided by Panache Catering</em> <hr /> </div> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Did you enjoy Freedom Seder Revisited 2023? Let us know!</strong> <b>Scan this QR code to take our quick survey! </b></p> <img class="wp-image-3676 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/thumbnail_image001.png" alt="" width="103" height="103" /> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program </em><span data-ogsc="black"><em>is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in production with First Person Arts and  Jews In ALL Hues, and in partnership with PJFM, PHonk! Philly, Theatre Ariel, The Shalom Center, Tribe 12, Penn Hillel, The Myer &amp; Rosaline Feinstein Center for American Jewish History, Temple Beth Zion Beth Israel, the African American Museum in Philadelphia, J. Proud, and Congregation Beth Am Israel.</em></span> <img class="wp-image-3325 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="293" height="62" /><img class="wp-image-3097 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/New-JIAH-Logo-copycomp-e1675969700720.png" alt="" width="192" height="50" /><img class="wp-image-3555 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/FirstPersonArts_Logo.png" alt="" width="209" height="33" /><img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="78" height="82" /><img class="wp-image-3596 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/thumbnail_Phonk22-Sticker_Round.png" alt="" width="103" height="103" /> <img class="wp-image-3592 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/thumbnail_Logo-in-Gold.jpeg" alt="" width="70" height="88" /><img class="wp-image-3598 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/download-1.jpg" alt="" width="202" height="67" /><img class="wp-image-3619 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/download.png" alt="" width="157" height="51" /><img class="wp-image-3620 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Penn-Hillel-logo-1366x642.png" alt="" width="121" height="57" /> <img class="wp-image-1347 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/TU_feinstein_rebrand_CMYKwredtag-1-1366x263.jpg" alt="" width="197" height="38" /> <img class="wp-image-3626 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/thumbnail_logo.png" alt="" width="65" height="78" /><img class="wp-image-3630 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/New-AAMP-Logo-Purple.jpg" alt="" width="101" height="68" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3631" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/thumbnail_J.Proud-Logo-2.jpg" alt="" width="160" height="50" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-3670" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/BAI-Logo-MAIN.Color_-1366x314.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="46" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">* <del>February 5th, 12th, 26th,</del> March 5th, March 12th, March 19th, and March 26th</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>jBabies &amp; jToddlers Activities 11 am - 12 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum Hours 10 am - 5pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE! ** Pre-registration is required. You must first create an account on the PhillyJCC website. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Please Note</strong>: If you are not brought to a checkout screen, and are instead brought to a list of available classes – this means that your desired class is full. You may scroll down to find said class and click the button “Join Wait list”. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.phillyjcc.com/creating-a-philly-jcc-website-account/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Sign up &amp; Register</span></a></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> &nbsp; <em>Fun, engaging Jewish programming for families with young children ages 0-18 months* to meet other parents/caregivers who are going through the same stages together.</em> This is a great opportunity for your family that we hope will fit your life and meet your family’s needs. Each 8-week jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session will include a 6-week course of “My Grown Up and Me” classes that will offer interactive songs, play, and community building with a Jewish spin. We will also host a “Grownup” class, which will give you the opportunity to learn, socialize, commiserate, and build friendship and community. This “Grownup” class will pair Jewish Educators and Parenting experts to help you grow as Jewish parents. At the end of the jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session, we will host a fun, celebratory Family Shabbat Picnic in a local park or indoor play space. To help make it as convenient as possible, we will be offering the programming in two locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, one at the Kaiserman JCC, Wynnewood and the other at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. We are hoping you will join us for jbabies &amp; jtoddlers, as this exciting endeavor is new to our community and will offer you unique opportunities to make connections and create friendships with other families, and enjoy play with your child, all through a Jewish lens. </div> </div> &nbsp; <em>*If you have children 18mo-2 years old and would like to participate, please send an e-mail to<strong> <a href="mailto:engagment@phillyjcc.com">engagment@phillyjcc.com</a></strong></em> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented in partnership by jkidphilly, Kaiserman JCC, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-3497" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/JBJT-Logos-768x105-1.png" alt="" width="768" height="105" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/from-odessa-with-love-conversation-with-vladislav-davidzon-and-dr-misha-galperin/e464282/register/new/select-tickets?&amp;c_src=tickets&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Donate</span></a></p> <strong>Sunday, March 5th, 2023 </strong><strong>Program at 2:00pm ET </strong><strong>$12 donation in Support of Weitzman Museum Programming</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"></p> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="From Odessa with Love: Conversation with Vladislav Davidzon and Dr Misha Galperin" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/805176285?h=9bfa744462&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <span style="font-weight: 400;">One year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, we reflect on the past year through the lens of Ukraine’s Jewish community. Weitzman Museum CEO </span><b>Dr. Misha Galperin</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> joins journalist </span><b>Vladislav Davidzon</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to discuss the contemporary Jewish history of Ukraine, Jewish stories of the past year’s war, and the future of the Jewish community in Ukraine.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Vladislav Davidzon is an award-winning front-line journalist, author, artist and film producer. Davidzon has been covering Ukrainian politics and culture for the last 15 years, is considered one of the leading experts on Ukraine and specializes in the region’s contemporary crossroads with Jewish culture. Dr. Misha Galperin is president and CEO of the Weitzman Museum and has previously led organizations such as the Jewish Agency, the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington DC and the UJA Federation of New York. Dr. Galperin was born in Ukraine and came to America as a refugee when he was 18.</span> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Sunday, February 26, 2023 </strong>In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Sensory-Friendly Activity Hours 3 pm - 5 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum Hours 10 am - 5pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE! ** Pre-registration is required. Please register all people who are attending this program.</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://secure.jewishlearningventure.org/np/clients/jewishlearningventure/eventRegistration.jsp?forwardedFromSecureDomain=1&amp;event=3035" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> &nbsp; Join our jkidaccess community for a fun afternoon at the museum! To make the afternoon accessible for children with sensory sensitivity, the audio media at the museum will be turned to a low volume. We’ll meet at 3:00pm for a storytime and at 3:30pm for a hands-on, kid-friendly gallery walk. Craft activities and sensory toys will be available throughout the program. All ages are welcome! </div> &nbsp; </div> <strong>Accommodations</strong>: Thanks to a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, we are able to provide accommodations for any child or family member with a disability to attend jkidphilly events. If you need an accommodation such as an ASL interpreter, a sensory toolbox, or even behavior support for your child, or if you have questions about the accessibility of any program or venue, please note so on our form or contact us. In most cases, our staff will need two weeks’ notice to provide accommodations, but we will do our best to meet your needs on any timeframe. &nbsp; <strong>For more information: contact <a href="mailto:gkaplan-mayer@jewishlearningventure.org">Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer</a> or  <a href="mailto:sgold@jewishlearningventure.org">Suzanne Gold</a></strong> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> For our in-person events, we’ll work together to take care of our community. Non-cloth (n95, KN95, surgical) masks are suggested for children ages 2 years+ and adults. Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by jkidaccess in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <img class="wp-image-3325 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="293" height="62" /><img class="wp-image-3492 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/jkidaccess-final-logo-2.png" alt="" width="255" height="56" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">* February <del>5th, 12th</del>, 26th &amp; March 5th</span></span></span> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>jBabies &amp; jToddlers Activities 11 am - 12 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum Hours 10 am - 5pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE! ** Pre-registration is required. You must first create an account on the PhillyJCC website. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Please Note</strong>: If you are not brought to a checkout screen, and are instead brought to a list of available classes – this means that your desired class is full. You may scroll down to find said class and click the button “Join Wait list”. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.phillyjcc.com/creating-a-philly-jcc-website-account/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Sign up &amp; Register</span></a></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> &nbsp; <em>Fun, engaging Jewish programming for families with young children ages 0-18 months* to meet other parents/caregivers who are going through the same stages together.</em> This is a great opportunity for your family that we hope will fit your life and meet your family’s needs. Each 8-week jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session will include a 6-week course of “My Grown Up and Me” classes that will offer interactive songs, play, and community building with a Jewish spin. We will also host a “Grownup” class, which will give you the opportunity to learn, socialize, commiserate, and build friendship and community. This “Grownup” class will pair Jewish Educators and Parenting experts to help you grow as Jewish parents. At the end of the jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session, we will host a fun, celebratory Family Shabbat Picnic in a local park or indoor play space. To help make it as convenient as possible, we will be offering the programming in two locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, one at the Kaiserman JCC, Wynnewood and the other at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. We are hoping you will join us for jbabies &amp; jtoddlers, as this exciting endeavor is new to our community and will offer you unique opportunities to make connections and create friendships with other families, and enjoy play with your child, all through a Jewish lens. </div> </div> &nbsp; <em>*If you have children 18mo-2 years old and would like to participate, please send an e-mail to<strong> <a href="mailto:engagment@phillyjcc.com">engagment@phillyjcc.com</a></strong></em> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented in partnership by jkidphilly, Kaiserman JCC, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-3497" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/JBJT-Logos-768x105-1.png" alt="" width="768" height="105" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Sunday, February 26th 5:00pm ET</strong> <b><a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/school-of-music-live-streams/#schoenberg-hall" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Watch</a> - Livestream begins at 5pm</b></p> As part of the new <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/music-and-justice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Music and Justice</strong></a> series, prior to the concert performance on Feb. 26 in Royce Hall, join us for a discussion with composer, teacher, and musician <b><a href="https://www.dariusbrubeck.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Darius Brubeck</a>, </b>Grammy-winning pianist, composer, and professor of global jazz studies and music at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music <b><a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/arturo-ofarrill/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Arturo O’Farrill</a></b>, and journalist and critic <a href="http://larryblumenfeld.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Larry Blumenfeld</b></a> (<em>Wall Street Journal</em>, <em>Daily Beast</em>, and others). Darius, the oldest son of Dave Brubeck, is an educator who initiated the first Jazz Studies Degree offered by an African university. He currently tours with the London-based Darius Brubeck Quartet. The conversation will be moderated by <a href="https://www.expressnewark.org/contributors/wayne-winborne/"><strong>Wayne Winborne</strong></a>, the executive director of the Institute of Jazz Studies, Rutgers University, Newark. This event is free and open to the public. <hr /> <em>The Music and Justice series is presented by the <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/resources/lowellmilkenmaje/">Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience</a> at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, <a href="https://www.milkenarchive.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Milken Archive of Jewish Music</a>, the <a href="https://equity.ucla.edu/">UCLA Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)</a>, and the <a href="https://levecenter.ucla.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UCLA Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies</a> and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Sunday, February 26th 7:00pm ET</strong> <b><a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/school-of-music-live-streams/#royce-hall" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Watch</a> - Livestream begins at 7pm</b></p> A new series of concerts and dialogue entitled <strong><a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/music-and-justice/">Music and Justice</a></strong> will debut with a momentous concert on Feb. 26, 2023, at UCLA's iconic Royce Hall. The first part of the concert program features works by six contemporary composers addressing social justice, including world premieres by <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/diane-white-clayton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Diane White-Clayton</a> and multi-Grammy winner <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/arturo-ofarrill/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Arturo O'Farrill</a><em>.</em> Part two of the program features a rare performance of the landmark 1969 cantata <em>The Gates of Justice</em> by legendary jazz composer and musician <a href="https://www.milkenarchive.org/music/volumes/view/swing-his-praises/work/the-gates-of-justice" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dave Brubeck</a>. A fighter for civil rights, Brubeck—who was neither Jewish nor Black—wrote <em>The Gates of Justice</em> in 1969 an effort to unify Blacks and Jews after the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. Based on Hebrew liturgical texts, African American spirituals, and Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches, the work is scored for jazz trio, brass ensemble, chorus, tenor, and baritone, with the tenor role written in the Cantorial style of the Jewish temple, and the baritone in the Spiritual style of the African-American church. It was commissioned by the umbrella organization of America’s Reform Judaism movement specifically to address increasing tensions between the Jewish and African American communities. Brubeck fused elements of African American and Jewish spiritual music, saying that he hoped the juxtaposition of musical styles would “construct a bridge upon which the universal theme of brotherhood could be communicated." In a historic first, Brubeck's sons Darius, Chris, and Dan perform the jazz trio in their father's work, joined by a choir of Black and Jewish singers from Los Angeles-area churches and synagogues alongside UCLA students and the award-winning chorus Tonality, led by Alexander Lloyd Blake. Soloists are acclaimed baritone Phillip Bullock and Azi Schwartz, famed cantor of New York's Park Avenue Synagogue. <strong>Music and Justice Concert Program, Part One:</strong> World premiere of Arturo O’Farrill’s <em>I Dream a World..</em>. with trio, string quartet, and featuring <a href="https://indiacarney.com/">India Carney</a>, UCLA alum and finalist on <em>The Voice</em>. Works performed by the choir <a href="https://www.ourtonality.org/">Tonality</a>, conducted by <a href="https://alexanderlblake.com/about/">Alexander Lloyd Blake:</a> <ul> <li>Emmy Award-winning composer <a href="https://sevenlastwords.org/about/composer/">Joel Thompson</a>‘s<em> America Will Be</em> (Langston Hughes, Emma Lazarus)</li> <li><a href="http://nickstrimple.com/bio.htm">Nick Strimple</a>‘s <em>Psalm 133</em></li> <li><a href="https://musician.artistpr.com/p/jared-jenkins/">Jared Jenkins</a>‘ <em>Democracy</em> (Langston Hughes) featuring India Carney.</li> <li><a href="https://www.geraldcohenmusic.com/about/">Gerald Cohen</a>‘s <em>I felt my legs were praying</em> (Psalm 35, Abraham Joshua Heschel)</li> </ul> World premiere of <em>Dear Freedom Rider</em>, a new choral piece by <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/diane-white-clayton/">Diane White-Clayton</a> for the UCLA African American ensemble. <strong>Part Two:</strong> Performance of <em>The Gates of Justice</em> by Dave Brubeck, featuring: <ul> <li>Cantorial soloist: <a href="http://azischwartz.com/%C2%A0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Azi Schwartz</a>, Senior Cantor of Park Avenue Synagogue</li> <li>Baritone/spiritual vocalist: <a href="https://www.phillipbullock.com/media" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Phillip Bullock</a></li> <li>Jazz Trio: <a href="https://www.dariusbrubeck.com/%C2%A0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Darius Brubeck</a> (piano), <a href="http://chrisbrubeck.com/%C2%A0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chris Brubeck</a> (bass), <a href="http://www.danbrubeck.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dan Brubeck</a> (drums)</li> <li>Choir: <a href="https://www.ourtonality.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tonality</a>, members of Los Angeles African-American church and synagogue choirs, and the UCLA Chamber Singers</li> <li>Brass and Percussion: Students of The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</li> <li>Conductor: <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/neal-stulberg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Neal Stulberg</a>, director of orchestra studies and conducting at UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</li> </ul> <hr /> <em>The Music and Justice series is presented by the <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/resources/lowellmilkenmaje/">Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience</a> at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. Co-sponsors include <a href="https://www.milkenarchive.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Milken Archive of Jewish Music</a>, the <a href="https://equity.ucla.edu/">UCLA Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)</a>, the <a href="https://levecenter.ucla.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UCLA Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies</a>,and the <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/academics/global-jazz-ba/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Global Jazz Studies Interdisciplinary Program</a> at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, with support from the Cantors Assembly and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Presidents Day 2023 </strong></span></span></span>Monday, February 20th <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Family Friendly Activities 10 am - 4 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum Hours 10 am - 5 pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE! Early registration is appreciated, but not required. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewitems.aspx?cg=tkt&amp;c=ppe&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_campaign=website&amp;utm_content=presidentsday" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Register</span></a></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <div data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <p style="text-align: center;">JOIN US AT THE MUSEUM TO EXPLORE <span data-ogsb="white">WHAT FREEDOM MEANS TO YOU </span>THROUGH FAMILY FOCUSED ACTIVITIES AND PERFORMANCES</p> Schools are closed, but the museum is open! Join us at the Weitzman for a<b> FREE </b>Family Day jam-packed with fun activities for all ages. Musical performances, historical reenactments, crafts, Black History Month celebrations, tours, and more. All inspired by the question, "What does freedom mean to you?" </div> <strong>10 AM</strong> A performance by <b>Spirit Wing</b>, spotlighting Native American music from Across the Eastern Woodlands. <strong>11 AM </strong><b>Khalil Munir’</b>s newest show entitled “The Crown’s Corner” – Khalil will enchant through tap, drumming, and spoken word giving voice to his struggle with dyslexia. A make-and-take craft will follow the performance. <strong>1 PM </strong>Historical interpreter, <b>Eva Baen</b>, will share a piece of American Jewish history through artifacts found in her traveling suitcase. <strong>2 PM </strong>Join <strong>Elaine Johnson</strong> from <strong>eteaches365</strong> to create your own make-and-take craft while learning about African American Astronauts. <strong><span data-ogsb="white">2:30 PM </span><span data-ogsb="white"> </span></strong>Historical interpreter, <b>Eva Baen</b>, will return to the stage for her second performance! <strong>Explore the Museum </strong>with <strong>Weitzman Docent Tours</strong> at <strong data-ogsb="white">11 AM &amp; 2 PM </strong>and <span data-ogsc="black"><strong>Scavenger Hunts</strong> throughout the day!</span> </div> &nbsp; </div> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <img class="alignnone wp-image-3533" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="340" height="72" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">* February <del>5th</del>, 12th, 26th &amp; March 5th</span></span></span> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>jBabies &amp; jToddlers Activities 11 am - 12 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum Hours 10 am - 5pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE! ** Pre-registration is required. You must first create an account on the PhillyJCC website. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Please Note</strong>: If you are not brought to a checkout screen, and are instead brought to a list of available classes – this means that your desired class is full. You may scroll down to find said class and click the button “Join Wait list”. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.phillyjcc.com/creating-a-philly-jcc-website-account/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Sign up &amp; Register</span></a></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> &nbsp; <em>Fun, engaging Jewish programming for families with young children ages 0-18 months* to meet other parents/caregivers who are going through the same stages together.</em> This is a great opportunity for your family that we hope will fit your life and meet your family’s needs. Each 8-week jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session will include a 6-week course of “My Grown Up and Me” classes that will offer interactive songs, play, and community building with a Jewish spin. We will also host a “Grownup” class, which will give you the opportunity to learn, socialize, commiserate, and build friendship and community. This “Grownup” class will pair Jewish Educators and Parenting experts to help you grow as Jewish parents. At the end of the jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session, we will host a fun, celebratory Family Shabbat Picnic in a local park or indoor play space. To help make it as convenient as possible, we will be offering the programming in two locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, one at the Kaiserman JCC, Wynnewood and the other at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. We are hoping you will join us for jbabies &amp; jtoddlers, as this exciting endeavor is new to our community and will offer you unique opportunities to make connections and create friendships with other families, and enjoy play with your child, all through a Jewish lens. </div> </div> &nbsp; <em>*If you have children 18mo-2 years old and would like to participate, please send an e-mail to<strong> <a href="mailto:engagment@phillyjcc.com">engagment@phillyjcc.com</a></strong></em> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented in partnership by jkidphilly, Kaiserman JCC, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-3497" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/JBJT-Logos-768x105-1.png" alt="" width="768" height="105" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>All donations made toward this program will go to supporting the racial justice work of Reconstructing Judaism and the public programs of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/458854/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Donate</span></a></p> Missed the program? No worries, the video recording is available below! <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Deconstructing Racism to Reconstruct Judaism: The Story of a Pilgrimage Down South" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/798416166?h=ab0c00f391&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <strong>Thursday, February 9th 7:30pm ET Virtual Doors | 8:00 pm ET Program</strong> <b>Live on Zoom</b> <strong>Free registration with suggested $12 donation</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>pil·grim·age  /ˈpilɡrəmij/</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">a journey to a place of significance in search of expanded meaning related to one’s self, others, or a higher good. </span></i></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">This past October, a </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">minyan </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">of Black Jewish leaders embarked on a historic pilgrimage to the Equal Justice Initiative's </span><a href="https://museumandmemorial.eji.org/memorial" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">National Memorial for Peace and Justice</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and neighboring </span><a href="https://museumandmemorial.eji.org/museum" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Mass Incarceration</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in Montgomery, Alabama. As a first of its kind, the Reconstructionist Movement organized the trip, focusing exclusively on American Jews of African descent grappling with the United States' foundational sins and the necessary work for healing and </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">teshuvah</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us on Zoom as the leaders from the pilgrimage share powerful stories from their journey with a public audience for the first time. The program will be moderated by </span><b>Adam McKinney</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, who served as facilitator for those who went on the pilgrimage. </span> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This program is produced by <a href="https://reconstructingjudaism.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reconstructing Judaism</a> in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American History.</span></i> <strong>Panelists</strong> <ul> <li>Rabbi Sandra Lawson, Director of Racial Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Reconstructing Judaism</li> <li>Stormy Kito-Justice, incoming president, congregation Shaarei Shamayim, Madison WI</li> <li>Wilbur Bryant II, member of the Reconstructing Judaism Jews of Color and Allies Advisory Group</li> <li>Lazora Jordan, Chair of the Reconstructing Judaism Jews of Color and Allies Advisory Group</li> <li>Marques Hollie, Reconstructionist Rabbinical College rabbinical student</li> <li>Kendra Watkins, Reconstructionist Rabbinical College rabbinical student,</li> <li>Kevin Moseby, member of the Reconstructing Judaism Jews of Color and Allies Advisory Group</li> <li>Koach Baruch Frazier, Reconstructionist Rabbinical College rabbinical student, student representative to the Reconstructionist Tikkun Olam Commission</li> </ul> <b>More on the Moderator</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Adam McKinney is committed to healing through the arts and dialogue.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">He is currently an assistant professor of dance at Texas Christian University; he holds a BFA in Dance Performance with high honors from Butler University and an MA in Dance Studies with concentrations in Race and Trauma theories from NYU-Gallatin.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">"My hope by setting the stage asking people what they love about being Black and Jewish was to counteract that notion of our difficult experiences. But also to counteract the racism and antisemitism being put before us before anything else about us being human," said McKinney, an assistant professor</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> at Texas Christian University and</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> self-described as Queer, Black, and Jewish. "The notion of </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">teshuvah, </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">'return,' is one we know well and is one that we are commanded to do personally. So it was important to return to this location in the South as Jews of African heritage because many of us have Southern roots." </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">McKinney's approach was shaped by his understanding of trauma theory: to heal, it's vital to visit pain sites and replace old memories with new ones. The larger purpose of both missions, he said, is to explore what it means to "deconstruct racism in the reconstruction of Judaism." </span> &nbsp; <hr /> <em>All donations made toward this program will go to supporting the racial justice work of Reconstructing Judaism and the public programs of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="331" height="70" /><img class="wp-image-3398 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/ReconJudaism_LogoTagline_RGB_MED.png" alt="" width="228" height="73" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <b>Sunday, February 5, 1 pm - 3pm ET $20 General Admission | $15 Weitzman and Laurel Hill Members | $17 Seniors &amp; Students</b><b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/AmericanBirthright" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a></b><b>In Person at West Laurel Hill Cemetery </b><em>225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004</em> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for a short tour of Laurel Hill West’s wintry arboretum in celebration of Tu B’Shevat, often called the Jewish New Year for the Trees. As we examine barks, buds, and berries, we’ll learn about the historical, agricultural, and spiritual origins of Tu B’Shevat and how it is celebrated around the world today. Afterward, enjoy</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">mulled wines along with fruits significant to the holiday </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">and often consumed during Tu B’shevat Seders</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This event is presented in partnership with the Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery.</span> <strong>Directions:</strong> We will depart from the CONSERVATORY inside West Laurel Hill Cemetery (<strong>not </strong>the first building you see). Directions for getting to West Laurel Hill Cemetery <a href="https://westlaurelhill.com/about/visit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">are linked here</a>. West Laurel Hill Cemetery is located at <strong>225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd PA 19004</strong> (GPS directions: please use 340 Belmont Avenue). When you arrive and enter the cemetery you will pass two sets of gates and see a white line on the road. Follow this line to the Conservatory. Free parking is available outside the Conservatory. <strong>NOTE FOR UBER/LYFT RIDERS:</strong> Have your driver go into the cemetery following the above directions—otherwise, you will have a 5–10-minute walk to the event location. <strong>Accessibility:</strong> <ul> <li>Accessible parking is available at the Conservatory.</li> <li>This tour does require going up and down hills and on uneven terrain.</li> </ul> ________________________________________________________________________________ <i>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Friends of Laurel Hill Cemetery.</i> <img class="wp-image-3403 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="312" height="66" /><img class="wp-image-3405 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/LHC_Logo_Friends_Vertical_Evergreen_RGB.png" alt="" width="96" height="67" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Select Sunday's </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">* February 5th, 12th, 26th &amp; March 5th</span></span></span> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>jBabies &amp; jToddlers Activities 11 am - 12 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Museum Hours 10 am - 5pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Admission &amp; Pricing </span></span></span></strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">FREE! ** Pre-registration is required. You must first create an account on the PhillyJCC website. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Please Note</strong>: If you are not brought to a checkout screen, and are instead brought to a list of available classes – this means that your desired class is full. You may scroll down to find said class and click the button “Join Wait list”. </span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.phillyjcc.com/creating-a-philly-jcc-website-account/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click Here to Sign up &amp; Register</span></a></p> <hr /> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> &nbsp; <em>Fun, engaging Jewish programming for families with young children ages 0-18 months* to meet other parents/caregivers who are going through the same stages together.</em> This is a great opportunity for your family that we hope will fit your life and meet your family’s needs. Each 8-week jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session will include a 6-week course of “My Grown Up and Me” classes that will offer interactive songs, play, and community building with a Jewish spin. We will also host a “Grownup” class, which will give you the opportunity to learn, socialize, commiserate, and build friendship and community. This “Grownup” class will pair Jewish Educators and Parenting experts to help you grow as Jewish parents. At the end of the jbabies &amp; jtoddlers session, we will host a fun, celebratory Family Shabbat Picnic in a local park or indoor play space. To help make it as convenient as possible, we will be offering the programming in two locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, one at the Kaiserman JCC, Wynnewood and the other at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. We are hoping you will join us for jbabies &amp; jtoddlers, as this exciting endeavor is new to our community and will offer you unique opportunities to make connections and create friendships with other families, and enjoy play with your child, all through a Jewish lens. </div> </div> &nbsp; <em>*If you have children 18mo-2 years old and would like to participate, please send an e-mail to<strong> <a href="mailto:engagment@phillyjcc.com">engagment@phillyjcc.com</a></strong></em> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented in partnership by jkidphilly, Kaiserman JCC, and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-3497" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/JBJT-Logos-768x105-1.png" alt="" width="768" height="105" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <b>Tuesday, January 31 5:30 pm Doors | 6:00 pm Concert</b> <b>In Person at The Weitzman (5th and Market)</b> <b>Tickets - $18 GA | $13 Members </b> Explore songs of the Sephardic diaspora from the Ottoman Empire to North Africa and beyond. Be transported to the outdoor starlit cafes of Havana with Cuban <i>boleros.</i> Traverse a myriad genres of Jewish and Latin American music during this exciting concert at the Weitzman Museum. <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for a live recording of our "Secret Chord Concerts" series featuring Susana Behar, the Havana-born singer of Ladino (Judeo-Spanish), and Latin American folk music. Behar will be accompanied by guitarist, Michel Gonzalez, and percussionist, Jeremy Stein. The trio will perform songs that speak to Behar's Sephardic family history and her own incredible life which began in Cuba, before shifting to Venezuela and eventually settling in Miami.</span> <strong>A short of this live performance will be released for all to view as a part of the "Secret Chord Concerts" series at a later date.</strong> <strong>About Susana Behar</strong> Inspired by her distinct heritage, vocalist Susana Behar shares her passion for Latin American popular song, coupled with the evocative music of her Sephardic ancestors. Born in Havana to a Cuban/Turkish Sephardic family, she grew up listening to the Ladino music brought with her grandparents when they came to Cuba as well as the mixed multitude of other musical styles which filled the streets, cafes and clubs of Havana. In 1965 Behar emigrated to Venezuela where she explored and performed the music of her newly adopted country and its neighbors, all while continuing to study and perform the music of Sephardic Jews as well as earning a master’s degree in Biology from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. In 1983, she emigrated once again, this time to the United States where she has lived ever since. Behar has since performed Jewish and Latin American music across the United States as well as in Mexico, Canada, Japan and Israel. <strong>About the Series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. <strong>Watch a Clip Below</strong> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Susana Behar - Carinhoso, Quiereme Mucho" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/789039998?h=c3bdcc7d8c&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <b></b>_______________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts - Episodes from Season 1</a> <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susana-behar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of our People Songs of Our Neighbors - Episode 8 with Susana Behar</a> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <strong>Thursday, January 26th 5:30pm ET Doors | 6:00 pm ET Screening</strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b> <strong>General Admission Ticket: $16 | Member Ticket: $11 </strong> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Post Film Discussion: Rebuilt from Broken Glass with Fred Behrend" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/796782061?h=a360412d93&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Eighty years after escaping Nazi terror, </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">a miracle awaits.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Fred Behrend witnessed the flames of Kristallnacht in 1938 at age 12, seeing synagogue after synagogue on fire, and was soon fleeing Nazi tyranny. As a GI several years later, he achieved his own victory over the Nazis, teaching democracy to German POWs. Yet at age 92, he  discovered one last triumph still awaited—a miracle 80 years in the making. </span> <p class="p1">All are welcome to the Weitzman for this screening of <i>Rebuilt from Broken Glass</i> in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. To start the evening, Mayor Jim Kenney of Philadelphia will be giving opening remarks. Following the film, join us for a Q&amp;A with the director, Larry Hanover, and star of the documentary, Fred Behrend.</p> <strong>About the Documentary</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">At age 12, Fred Behrend’s life was ripped apart. He was living 65 miles from home with the family of Cantor Max Baum so he could attend a secular Jewish school after the Nazis banned Jews from public school. In November 1938, he witnessed the horrors of Kristallnacht (Night of  Broken Glass), seeing synagogue after synagogue torched in the city of Cologne. Fred did not know that back home, his father, like 30,000 other Jewish males, had been arrested for transport  to a concentration camp. All Fred knew was that his idyllic time with the Baum family and his friend Henry was over. His mother frantically sent a car to pick him up. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Fred’s family lost most of its material possessions. But they escaped to Cuba and, eventually, America.  </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Fred would turn the tables in 1946 as an American GI. He was part of a little-known  denazification initiative called the Intellectual Diversion program at a Virginia military base. Selected for his ability to speak German and his counterintelligence training, Fred was taught by elite professors to give crash courses to German POWs about American-style democracy. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">In his later years, Fred began to speak to schoolchildren about his Holocaust past. In 2018, he was speaking to students at a Jewish day school on the 80</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">th </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">anniversary of Kristallnacht about that fateful day and his friend Henry Baum. The head of the school left the room for 10 minutes  and returned later holding a cellphone. He handed it to Fred.  </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">On the line was Henry Baum. Soon they would meet—in one more powerful victory over Hitler  and the Nazis.</span> Below is a short preview of Rebuilt<em> From Broken Glass</em> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/w_kTe6_Ynpo" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>About the Director</strong> <b>Larry Hanover, Director/Executive Producer</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, coauthored Fred Behrend’s memoir </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rebuilt  from Broken Glass: A German Jewish Life Remade in America </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">(Purdue University Press, 2017).  He conceived of the documentary after the miraculous reunion of Fred Behrend with Henry Baum in 2018. Larry coauthored a book on empathy and tolerance </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Empathy Advantage  </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">(Rowman &amp; Littlefield, 2020) and has assisted with the memoirs of other Holocaust survivors.  Larry is communications manager for a major hospital system in suburban Philadelphia, where he produces written and audiovisual content. He was an award-winning reporter for </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Times of Trenton </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">from 1988 to 2006 and also worked for the Cherry Hill </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Courier-Post</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span> &nbsp; <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER CONCOURSE LEVEL. *Masking in the auditorium is mandatory. &nbsp; <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM), ADL Philadelphia, Gratz College, the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (HAMEC), 3G Philly, and the Middle Atlantic Region of the Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs. </em> <img class="wp-image-3325 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="365" height="77" />    <img class="wp-image-3326 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/BZBI.logo_.png" alt="" width="68" height="81" /> <img class="wp-image-3134 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi.jpg" alt="" width="76" height="80" /><img class="wp-image-3385 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/ADL-logo-Philadelphia-300px.png" alt="" width="81" height="40" /><img class="wp-image-3394 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_GC-logo_no-tag.jpg" alt="" width="168" height="46" /><img class="wp-image-3409 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/HAMEC-Est.-1961-Long-1-1366x175.png" alt="" width="406" height="52" /> <img class="wp-image-3471 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/3gPhilly.png" alt="" width="98" height="98" /><img class="wp-image-3494 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_FJMC-MAR-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="77" height="77" />

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Monday, December 26th, 2022 3:30 pm ET </b><b>In Person at the Weitzman Free to Register! | For more info or to register </b><b>- <a href="https://jkidphilly.org/event/light-12-26-22/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE</a></b></p> <img class="size-full wp-image-3311 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/shine-a-light-tiny.jpg" alt="" width="576" height="756" /> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> Email Rebecca Krasner at <a href="mailto:rkrasner@theweitzman.org">rkrasner@theweitzman.org</a> <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with jkid4all and Jewish Federations of North America. </em> &nbsp;

<h5 style="text-align: center;"><img class="wp-image-1269 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/big-blank-and-christmas-sm-1366x308.jpg" alt="" width="741" height="167" /><span class="head1"><strong><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Snowy. Jewish. Happy. Caring. Buddhist. Generous. Family. Creative. Friendly. Sparkly.</span></span></strong></span></h5> <h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Fill in your own blank and join us for our annual day of family fun.</span></span></span></strong></h3> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/448777/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Sunday, December 25, 2022 </strong>In person at the Weitzman Museum (corner of 5th and Market)</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Museum Hours 10 am - 5 pm </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">With family activities until 3 pm</span></span></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Admission &amp; Pricing </strong>*$15 Adults in advance, Free for adult members *$10 All Kids in advance, Free for kids of Family Level members and above <strong>*ALL TICKETS $20 AT THE DOOR</strong> (Member adults and kids of family level members and above still free)</p> <hr /> <p data-ogsb="white">Join us on December 25th for our annual day of family fun, "Being ____ at <span class="markbvber18eb" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">Christmas</span>." ❄️ Let's get groovy, crafty, and jolly!</p> <p data-ogsb="white">From top to bottom, the Museum will be jam packed with performances and activities for members and visitors of all ages.</p> <p data-ogsb="white">Start on the fifth floor with exciting live performances, including an interactive and imaginative kids' music concert with <strong>Lolly Hopwood </strong>10:15-11:15am), a traditional Chinese lion dance demonstration from the<strong> Philadelphia Suns Lion Dancers</strong> (11:30am - 12:15pm), a hip-hop dance workshop by <strong>Movemakers Philly </strong>(12:30 - 1:15pm), a family-friendly drumming workshop led by <strong>Joseph Tayoun</strong> (1:30 - 2:15pm, and a performance of sing and dance along music for people of all ages from <strong>Benny the Vildachaya</strong> (2:15 - 3:00pm).</p> <p data-ogsb="white">Don't miss the make-and-take craft activities, including winter-themed foam sticker picture frames, Hanukkah paper lanterns, paper crowns, and coloring sheets.</p> <p data-ogsb="white">We welcome you to join us on the second floor for storytime and the third floor for a sensory-friendly play zone with a foam floor, Legos, blocks, and puzzles.</p> <p data-ogsb="white">The fun doesn't stop there, enjoy classic winter movies that will be screened throughout the day in our Dell Theater. Lastly, explore the Museum's core exhibition and see what other fun activities are throughout the building.</p> <strong>Mainstage Performances | Schedule at a Glance</strong> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> 10:15 am Lolly Hopwood Concert 11:30 am Philadelphia Suns Lion Dancing 12:30 pm Movemakers Philly Hip-Hop 1:30 pm Joseph Tayoun Percussionist Workshop (Ages 8+) 2:15 pm Benny the Vildachaya Concert </div> </div> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Become a Member today for FREE admission Christmas Day!</strong></p> <div class="frs-content"> <div class="text_content ng-binding ng-scope ng-isolate-scope" data-ng-if="!editable || getLock('content')"> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/350800?&amp;c_src=44920&amp;c_src2=eventpage" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>CLICK HERE</strong> </a>to join or upgrade your membership!</p> <strong>Please contact Beth Heaney, Manager of Member Relations, for membership questions: <a href="mailto:BHeaney@theweitzman.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" data-ogsc="" data-safelink="true">BHeaney@theweitzman.org</a> or 215 923 3811 ex 1121.</strong> <strong>December 25 admission is free for all Member adults and children of Family Level Members and above. </strong> </div> </div> <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking in the museum is recommended, not required. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, Congregation Rodeph Shalom, and Kellman Brown Academy. </em> <img class="wp-image-3325 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="293" height="62" /><img class="wp-image-3326 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/BZBI.logo_.png" alt="" width="79" height="94" /><img class="wp-image-3329 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/rs-logo2hi_rez.jpg" alt="" width="62" height="100" /><img class="wp-image-3333 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/KBA-logo-3-1-1-1-1-1366x522.jpg" alt="" width="160" height="61" />

<span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW220305803 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0">Join us at The Weitzman for Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media's (PJFM) 42nd Annual Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival. Throughout the week, we'll host seven exciting and carefully curated films </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW220305803 BCX0">which engage with Jewish culture and values. See below for more information. </span></span> <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">OPENING NIGHT</span></strong> <strong><em>KARAOKE - </em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/Karaoke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Saturday, November 12 at 7pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3127 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_KARAOKE-HR-Pic-2.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="185" /> Opening Night of the 42nd Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival begins with <b>KARAOKE</b>! A Tel Aviv couple’s lifeless marriage is forever changed when their new tenant (Israeli legend Lior Ashkenazi), a dashing, party-throwing playboy, moves into their apartment building. Nominated for nine Ophir Awards (Israeli Oscars), <b>KARAOKE</b> is a funny, authentic comedy/drama about aging, love, and the chance happenings that can forever change our outlook on life. <hr /> <strong><em>THE LEVYS OF MONTICELLO -</em> <a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/TheLevysofMonticello" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Sunday, November 13 at 4pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3128 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_THE-LEVYS-OF-MONTICELLO-HR-Pic-34.jpg" alt="" width="292" height="164" /> Monticello is remembered as the home of Thomas Jefferson, but did you know that for nearly a century after his death, it was owned by a Jewish family? Fascinating and oddly riveting, <b>THE LEVYS OF MONTICELLO</b> tells the little-known story of the family that helped preserve one of America’s landmarks, all amidst increasing antisemitism from their community. <b>SPECIAL GUEST</b>: Director Steven Pressman. <hr /> <em><strong>WHERE LIFE BEGINS - </strong></em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/WhereLifeBegins" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here for Tickets</strong></a> <em>Sunday, November 13 at 7:30pm  AND  Wednesday, November 16 at 2pm (ENCORE SCREENING)</em> <img class="wp-image-3129 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_WHERE-LIFE-BEGINS-HR-Pic-22.jpg" alt="" width="223" height="167" /> Evoking films of Italian neorealism and the French New Wave, <b>WHERE LIFE BEGINS</b> is a gorgeously filmed, stunningly acted drama about the close bond between a divorced Catholic farm owner and an unhappy ultra-Orthodox woman who attends his farm in preparation for Sukkot. <hr /> <em><strong>A RADIANT GIRL - </strong></em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/ARadiantGirl" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here for Tickets</strong></a> <em>Monday, November 14 at 7pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3130 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_A-RADIANT-GIRL-HR-Pic-2.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="180" /> The year is 1942. Paris, France. Irène, a 19-year-old Jewish girl and aspiring actress, is having the time of her life. As the Nazis gradually assert power in her home, she is both cognizant of and unperturbed by the rising fear from the community. As an innocent youth, Irène knows that things are getting a little scary. What she may not know, however, is that her own life may be on the line. <hr /> <em><strong>THE MAN IN THE BASEMENT </strong></em><strong>-<a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/TheManintheBasement" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em> </em>Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Tuesday, November 15 at 2pm </em> <img class="wp-image-3131 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_THE-MAN-IN-THE-BASEMENT-HR-Pic-1.jpg" alt="" width="278" height="186" /> Simon (Jérémie Renier) and Hélène (Academy Award nominee Bérénice Bejo) are a healthy, attractive bourgeois couple living in Paris with their teenage daughter. When they decide to sell their basement cellar to the elderly Mr. Fonzic (François Cluzet), a former history teacher, their idyllic world is slowly torn apart as his far-right, antisemitic beliefs are uncovered. <hr /> <em><strong>RECKONINGS </strong></em><strong>- </strong><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/Reckonings" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here for Tickets</strong></a> <em>Wednesday, November 16 at 7pm </em> <img class="wp-image-3132 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_RECKONINGS-HR-Pic-2.jpg" alt="" width="316" height="178" /> From Roberta Grossman, <strong>RECKONINGS</strong> is another outstanding addition to the documentarian’s collection. This riveting docudrama explores the years immediately after the liberation of the camps and the issue of ordering reparations to survivors of the Shoah. The decision to compensate survivors was both supported and frowned upon by leaders and citizens, both German and Jewish alike. Could something of this unprecedented a scale be achievable? <hr /> <b><em>HOLLYWOOD’S JEWISH NEW WAVE: PRESENTED BY FILMSHUL</em> <strong><em>- </em><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/HollywoodsJewishNewWavePresentedbyFilmShul" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong></b> <em>Thursday, November 17 at 2pm</em> <img class="wp-image-3125 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/The-Producers-1366x768.jpg" alt="" width="308" height="173" /> Film history teaches us of the “waves” or movements that shook up the traditional, cinematic status quo. Few, however, know about the Jewish New Wave of the 60s and 70s, a period of increased Jewish visibility in American cinema. In this exclusive presentation, <strong>FilmShul</strong>, led by film historians and “movie mensches” <strong>Laurence Lerman </strong>and <strong>Irv Slifkin</strong>, discusses the impact of the Jewish New Wave and how Jewish onscreen presence paved the way for the Jewish actors, comedians, and filmmakers we know and love today. <hr /> <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>CLOSING NIGHT</strong></span> <em><strong>AMERICA - </strong></em><strong><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/America" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong> <em>Saturday, November 19 at 7pm </em> <img class="wp-image-3133 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/AMERICA-HR-Pic-2-1366x768.jpeg" alt="" width="306" height="172" /> The 42nd Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival concludes with <b>AMERICA</b>, the latest tour de force from director Ofir Raul Graizer (<i>The Cakemaker</i>). This richly layered melodrama follows an Israeli swimming coach who returns to his country after his distant father passes away. There, he reconnects with his childhood friend and his fiancée, both of whom run a successful flower shop downtown. Suddenly, in the blink of an eye, a tragedy sets off a chain of motion for these three individuals, an event that unlocks hidden desires, secrets, and torment that have afflicted these characters. This event will conclude with a post-film reception in the museum. ALL guests are welcome! <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> For General Questions, please reach out to Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media at <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="392" height="83" />             <img class="wp-image-3135 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thumbnail_pjfm-logo-full-color-rgb-1500px@72ppi-1.jpg" alt="" width="149" height="156" />

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Watch the conversation here anytime:</strong> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/770309403?h=08675d91f9" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <i>This program is made possible with the generous support of Dr. Ted Robinson in memory of Leni Robinson, of blessed memory, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.</i> <strong>Thursday, November 10, 2022</strong> <strong>Doors at 6:30 pm, Event at 7:00 pm ET</strong> <strong>In person at The Weitzman in Philadelphia</strong> <strong>General Admission Ticket: $25 | Member Ticket: $18</strong> <span data-ogsc="rgb(84, 130, 53)">Join us for the final program in our series celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Month. </span><span data-ogsc="rgb(84, 130, 53)"> </span> <span data-ogsc="rgb(84, 130, 53)">The Weitzman welcomes <a href="https://www.heyalma.com/the-almas/the-best-jewish-television-of-5782/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hey Alma's <strong>Breakout TV Actress</strong></a> of <em>The Best Jewish Television of 5782</em> and star of Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi's critically acclaimed television dramedy, <em>Reservation Dogs</em>, <strong>Sarah Podemski</strong>, to our stage. </span> <span data-ogsc="rgb(84, 130, 53)"> </span><span data-ogsc="rgb(84, 130, 53)">A Toronto Native, Podemski's Anishinaabe/Ashkenazi background is a significant factor in her life on and off the screen. After three decades in film and television, she is uniquely positioned to speak about the developments, or lack thereof, of Indigenous and Jewish representation in the media. Podemski will discuss her childhood, artwork, and career in the entertainment industry through her intersectional lens that considers her Indigenous and Jewish experiences. She will also share her continued efforts toward uplifting and advocating for Indigenous peoples throughout Canada and America. The program will be moderated by <strong>Rabbi Shira Stutman</strong> founding rabbi of sixth and i synagogue in DC and co-host of the PRX podcast "Chutzpod!", <span style="font-weight: 400;">which since its launch has consistently been ranked in the top five Jewish podcasts nationally, and which aims to provide Jewish answers to life’s conte</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">mporary questions and help listeners build lives of meaning. </span></span> <p data-fontsize="28.08" data-lineheight="33.9768px"><strong>More About Sarah Podemski</strong></p> Sarah Podemski is an award winning Anishinaabe/Ashkenazi multidisciplinary artist from Toronto. Currently, Podemski can be seen pulling double duty on television. She stars in the critically acclaimed award-winning series <em>Reservation Dogs</em> on FX, which is co-created and executive produced by Sterlin Harjo and Academy Award winner Taika Waititi and the Syfy/Amblin comedy <em>Resident Alien</em>. Most recently Podemski finished filming the independent film / sports drama <em>Warrior Strong</em> alongside Andrew Dice Clay (Pam &amp; Tommy) and Jordan Johnson-Hinds (Blindspot). Podemski began in the performing arts at the tender age of six years old. She booked her first role in the German TV series <em>Blue Hawk</em> at 11 and went on to appear in the iconic series <em>Goosebumps</em>. Her long career also includes work on television shows such as CBS’ <em>Bull</em>, Amazon’s <em>Tin Star</em> and CBC’s <em>The Coroner</em> and feature films include The TIFF competition films <em>EMPIRE OF DIRT</em> as well as Sterlin Harjo’s <em>MEKKO</em>, for which Podemski won Best Supporting actress at the American Indian Film Festival. Throughout her career, Podemski has been passionate about raising awareness and elevating Indigenous and Jewish narratives in the entertainment industry. In addition to her on-camera presence, she writes and produces alongside her husband James Gadon. Beyond her work in film and television, Podemski runs Totem Designs, where she makes handmade dreamcatchers with a modern twist. The video below is a clip from FX's <em>Reservation Dogs </em>featuring Sarah Podemski as 'Rita,' who is in the midst of a journey of self discovery as she raises her son as a single mother. <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SO6mCyQuDQg" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>More about the Moderator:</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Rabbi Shira Stutman is a </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">nationally known faith-based leader and change-maker. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">She and the actor Joshua Malina host the PRX podcast “</span><a href="https://chutzpod.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chutzpod</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">!” which since its launch has consistently been ranked in the top five Jewish podcasts nationally, and which aims to provide Jewish answers to life’s conte</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">mporary questions and help listeners build lives of meaning. In addition, as founder of </span><a href="https://www.mixedmultitudes.net/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mixed Multitudes</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, an organization that exposes diverse groups of Jews and fellow travelers to the beauty and power of Jewish life, she currently is working on a variety of projects including: helping launch a new </span><a href="http://mountainminyan.org"><span style="font-weight: 400;">minyan</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in Aspen; facilitating less reactive and more heart-centered conve</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">rsations about Israel; and working with Jewish federations to lead year-long programs for the next generation of philanthropic leadership. She was named one of “America’s Most Inspiring Rabbis” by </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Jewish Forward</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and a T’ruah Rabbinic Human Rights Hero, among other awards. </span> <strong>Safety / Covid 19:</strong> Masking during theater style events is mandatory. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <strong>Additional Events Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Month:</strong> <ul> <li>October 12 (online) - Jewish and Indigenous Interactions with David S Koffman Part 1 – <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jewish-indigenous-american-interactions-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong></li> <li>November 1 (online) - Members of Two Tribes with Emily Bowen Cohen - <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/emily-bowen-cohen/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a></li> <li>November 9 (online) - Jewish and Indigenous Interactions with David S Koffman Part 2 – <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jewish-indigenous-american-interactions-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a></li> </ul> <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the JCC of Greater Baltimore. </em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="331" height="70" />    <img class="wp-image-3228 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/jcc-agency-SEA.jpg" alt="" width="352" height="63" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/422426/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <strong>Missed it? Watch the lecture here anytime:</strong> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/771701239?h=4e6ea0ad38" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>Wednesday, November 9 at 8pm ET</strong> <b>Free on Zoom with suggested $12 donation</b> Next up in this two part series is Jewish-Indigenous Encounters: New Trends. In this second lecture, Dr David S Koffman will take a closer look at more recent relationships between Indigenous and Jewish communities in America and Canada. How have these sets of communities interacted and continued interacting with one another in recent years? What is the current state of "dialogue" around genocide, colonialism, language revival, and sovereignty? What's at stake in North American Jewries' newfound engagement with questions of colonialism and indigeneity? Tune in to the second and final lecture by Dr David S Koffman where he will provide answers to these questions and much more.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span> <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jewish-indigenous-american-interactions-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> for more information and to view the on demand video recording of part 1 of this series.</strong> <strong>More About David S Koffman</strong> David S. Koffman is the J. Richard Shiff Chair for the Study of Canadian Jewry and an Associate Professor in the Department of History. His undergraduate courses include "Worry &amp; Wonder: Jewish Politics, Culture &amp; Religion in Canada", "A Convenient Hatred: Antisemitism Before, During and After the Holocaust", "God/USA: Religion in America Since 1491", "Making Money," and "History of Me: The Genealogy Seminar." He is the author of <em>The Jews’ Indian: Colonialism, Pluralism, and Belonging in America</em> (Rutgers University Press, 2019), winner of an Association for Jewish Studies' Jordan Schnitzer Book Award, and the editor of, and a contributor to <em>No Better Home? Jews, Canada, and the Sense of Belonging</em> (University of Toronto Press, 2021). He has published work in journals including the <em>Journal of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era</em>, <em>Journal of Jewish Education</em>, <em>Canadian Jewish Studies</em>, <em>American Jewish History</em>, <em>Contemporary Jewry</em>, and <em>the Journal of American Ethnic History</em>. He serves as the editor-in-chief of the journal <em>Canadian Jewish Studies </em>/ <em>Études juives canadiennes</em>, and on the editorial boards of <em>Directions, The Journal of the Canadian Race Relations Foundation, </em>and <em>AJS Review: The Journal of the Association for Jewish Studies. </em>He is also the Acting Director of York’s Israel &amp; Golda Koschitzky Centre for Jewish Studies. <hr /> <strong>Additional Events Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Month:</strong> <ul> <li>October 12 (online) - Jewish and Indigenous Interactions with David S Koffman Part 1 - <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jewish-indigenous-american-interactions-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong></li> <li>November 1 (online) - Members of Two Tribes with Emily Bowen Cohen - <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/emily-bowen-cohen/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a></li> <li>November 10 (in-person) - Conversation with Star of FX's <em>Reservation Dogs</em> Sarah Podemski - <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/podemski/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong></li> </ul> <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the JCC of Greater Baltimore. </em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="331" height="70" />    <img class="wp-image-3228 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/jcc-agency-SEA.jpg" alt="" width="352" height="63" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/404755/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <strong>Missed it? Watch the lecture here anytime:</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/773980102?h=9474054c0f" width="640" height="564" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <strong>Wednesday, November 2 at 8pm ET</strong> <b>Free on Zoom with suggested $12 donation</b> Join us as we welcome the National Jewish Book Award winning cartoonist and graphic novelist, <strong>Liana Finck, </strong>and celebrate the release of her new book entitled “<strong>Let There Be Light: The Real Story of Her Creation</strong>”. In her newest graphic novel, Finck reimagines the story of Genesis with God as a woman, Abraham as a resident of New York City, and Rebekah as a robot, among many other delightful twists. During this online program, Finck will be joined in conversation by the Founder and Executive Director of <strong>Mural Arts Philadelphia</strong>, <strong>Jane Golden</strong>.  The program's conversation will cover Finck's award winning contributions to <em>The</em><em> New Yorker</em>, the book, her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lianafinck/?hl=en">extremely popular instagram account</a> with over half a million followers, her creative process and more. <strong>More About Liana Finck</strong> [caption id="attachment_2968" align="alignright" width="148"]<img class=" wp-image-2968" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/headshot-by-Jorge-Colombo-1366x1366.jpg" alt="" width="148" height="148" /> Photo of Liana Finck by Jorge Colombo[/caption] Liana Finck is a cartoonist and graphic novelist. She’s published three graphic novels: A Bintel Brief (Ecco, 2014), Passing for Human (Random House, 2018) and Let There Be Light (Random House, 2022), and a collection of her Instagram cartoons, Excuse Me (Random House, 2019). Her popular Instagram feed has 600,000 followers. She is also the recipient of a Fulbright Fellowship, a Six Points Fellowship for Emerging Jewish Artists, and a New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship in fiction. She’s had residencies with Macdowell, Yaddo, the Headlands Center for the Arts, and the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. <strong>More About Jane Golden</strong> [caption id="attachment_2970" align="alignright" width="198"]<img class=" wp-image-2970" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Jane_Golden_s.jpg" alt="" width="198" height="248" /> Jane Golden[/caption] Jane Golden has been the driving force of Mural Arts Philadelphia since its inception, overseeing its growth from a small city agency into the nation’s largest public art program. Under Golden’s direction, Mural Arts has created over 4,000 works of transformative public art through community engagement. In partnership with innovative collaborators, she has developed groundbreaking and rigorous programs that employ the power of art to transform practice and policies related to youth education, restorative justice, environmental justice and behavioral health. Sought-after nationally and internationally as an expert on urban transformation through art, Golden has received numerous awards for her work, including the Philadelphia Award, the Eisenhower Exchange Fellowship Award and the Katharine Hepburn Medal. This year, she has been awarded the Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia Honors Award and nominated as a 2022 Philadelphia Titan 100. She is an adjunct professor at the University of Pennsylvania, and serves on the Mayor’s Cultural Advisory Council and the board of directors of The Heliotrope Foundation. <strong>Purchase a Signed Copy of "Let There Be Light: The Story of Her Creation" Today</strong> Interested in purchasing a copy of the book signed by the author for yourself or as a gift? Visit our online Museum Store and order your copy today - <a href="https://shopnmajh.com/products/let-there-be-light-7-847384018062?_pos=1&amp;amp;_sid=0b3458ab2&amp;amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here</strong></a>. <hr /> <em>This program is presented by The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with <strong><a href="https://www.muralarts.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mural Arts Philadelphia </a></strong>and the JCC of Greater Baltimore.</em> <img class="wp-image-2771 alignnone" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="410" height="87" /><img class="wp-image-2999 alignnone" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/MAP-Logo-Purple-1366x323.png" alt="" width="305" height="72" /><img class="wp-image-3228 alignnone" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/jcc-agency-SEA.jpg" alt="" width="352" height="63" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <div class="body-copy wysiwyg"> <strong>Release Date: Wednesday, November 2 Free Online Series</strong> <iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/766164163?h=a1d51f4b84" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> In June, we launched the first season of <em><a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts</a>,</em> a new series spotlighting top Jewish musicians worldwide today. Episode 5 features a performance by the grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist master of klezmer and bluegrass, <strong>Andy Statman</strong>, who is joined in this session by Jim Whitney on bass and Larry Eagle on drums. Together the trio takes viewers on a spiritual musical journey of klezmer, bluegrass, jazz and more. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> On Wednesday, November 2 at  12:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. ET, the next <em>Secret Chord Concert </em>in the series will post at the top of this page, on the<a href="https://www.facebook.com/weitzmanmuseum" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Museum’s Facebook page</a>, the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/UCLAMAJE/featured">Lowell Milken Center’s YouTube page</a> and on the series page on <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord">The Weitzman’s website</a> along with all of the previous episodes. </div> <strong>About the Series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> Season 1 episodes will air the first Wednesday of every month from June until October. A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. &nbsp; <hr /> <em>This program is produced and presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2441 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="393" height="83" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-1652 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="439" height="82" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/427057/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/766494330?h=cb1b0fa83f" width="640" height="301" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <strong>Tuesday, November 1 at 8pm ET</strong> <b>Free on Zoom with suggested $12 donation</b> <p class="p1">Join us on-line as we welcome the illustrator, author and educator, Emily Bowen Cohen, for a presentation celebrating the first day of Indigenous Peoples' Month. During this program Cohen will discuss her own experiences as an Indigenous and Jewish American. Cohen will use her own original drawings and comic panels to help illustrate the myriad ways in which people with intersectional identities are creating spaces for themselves in todays Jewish community. She will also reflect on themes common to Jewish and Indigenous American experiences such as the importance of places that feel like home, historical persecution and oppression, and cultural traditions. Cohen is best known for her memoir-style comics including her book <i>An American Indian Guide to the Day of Atonement</i>, in addition to several other published essays, such as <i>My Sioux-kot</i> and <i>Visiting National Parks While Native</i>.</p> <p class="p1">Cohen's new novel entitled <em>Two Tribes</em> goes on sale in August 2023!</p> <hr /> <strong>Additional Events Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Month:</strong> <ul> <li>October 12 (online) - Jewish and Indigenous Interactions with David S Koffman Part 1 – <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jewish-indigenous-american-interactions-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong></li> <li>November 9 (online) - Jewish and Indigenous Interactions with David S Koffman Part 2 – <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jewish-indigenous-american-interactions-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a></li> <li>November 10 (in-person) - Conversation with Star of FX's <em>Reservation Dogs</em> Sarah Podemski - <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/podemski/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong></li> </ul> &nbsp; <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the JCC of Greater Baltimore. </em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="331" height="70" />    <img class="wp-image-3228 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/jcc-agency-SEA.jpg" alt="" width="352" height="63" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/425356/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/773365532?h=701abb9853" width="640" height="564" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>       </strong></p> <p data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)"><strong>Thursday, October 27 7:30pm ET Doors | 8:00 pm ET Event </strong> <b>Live at the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</b> <strong>General Admission Ticket: $18 | Member Ticket: $13</strong></p> <p data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">Yo! After several months and thousands of selfies since the installation of the monumental "OY/YO" sculpture at The Weitzman, we are excited to welcome the artist and creator back to the Museum for a special program.</p> <div dir="ltr"> <div dir="ltr"> <div> <span data-ogsc="rgb(26, 26, 26)">Brooklyn-based artist Deborah Kass will sit down with her friend Thom Collins, Neubauer Family Executive Director and President of the Barnes Foundation, in the Weitzman's Dell Theatre. Kass and Collins will discuss the roles of art on the streets, in civic life, and protest- here in Philadelphia and beyond. The duo will also explore how "OY/YO" and other modern works of art reflect on the values of specific cultures within American society's larger landscape and the forces that divide and unite our community.</span> <strong>More About "OY/YO"</strong> </div> </div> </div> <p data-ogsc="rgb(14, 16, 26)">Deborah Kass' larger than life, Lamborghini yellow "OY/YO" sculpture is hard to miss when approaching 5th and Market streets on Independence Mall, Philadelphia. Standing proud outside the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the sculpture says "OY," a Yiddish expression of surprise or dismay commonly used in American Jewish culture. From the reverse perspective, it reads "YO," representing the ever-popular Philadelphia slang interjection. Alternatively, "YO" is the Spanish pronoun translated to "I" in English. The artist's inspiration for this work was the dichotomy between America's promise of equality and the animosity increasing in our country today. "OY/YO" encapsulates the zeitgeist through a projection of universality.</p> <strong>About Deborah Kass </strong> <p class="p1"><strong>Deborah Kass</strong> is an American mixed-media artist whose work realizes the crossway of pop culture, art history, and identity. She obtained her BFA from Carnegie-Mellon University before joining the Whitney Museum Independent Studies Program and the Art Students League of New York. Kass has executed several solo exhibitions including Deborah Kass: Before and Happily Ever After, a Mid-Career Retrospective, at the Andy Warhol Museum, and My Elvis +, at the Paul Kasmin Gallery in New York. Her work was also featured in Regarding Warhol: Sixty Artists, Fifty Years at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Many of her pieces can be seen in permanent collections in museums across the country such as the Museum of Contemporary Art in San Diego, the Fogg Museum in Boston, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, The Museum of Modern Art, the Jewish Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> Kass is currently represented by <a href="https://kavigupta.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kavi Gupta Gallery</a>.</span></p> <strong>About Thom Collins</strong> <b>Thom Collins, Neubauer Family Executive Director and President of The Barnes Foundation, </b>is a Philadelphia native with nearly 30 years of experience at some of America's top arts institutions, including the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM); the Neuberger Museum of Art in Purchase. NY; the Contemporary in Baltimore; the Contemporary Arts Center in Cincinnati; the Henry Art Gallery in Seattle; and the Museum of Modern Art in NY. Since arriving at the Barnes in 2015, Thom has led the institution to build upon the progressive vision of its founder, Dr. Albert C. Barnes, with programs that share the collection, educate learners of all ages and break down traditional barriers to participation in the arts for diverse audiences. <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER CONCOURSE LEVEL. *Masking in the auditorium is mandatory. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/422168/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <strong>Wednesday, October 19, 2022</strong> <strong>Doors at 6:30 pm, Event at 7:00 pm ET</strong> <strong>In person at The Weitzman in Philadelphia</strong> <p class="p1">With the autumn harvest holiday of <strong>Sukkot </strong>this month, join us for an event that will surely inspire ideas for the fall garden and sow new ideas for gardeners planning the year to come. Learn about the native plants, practices and practitioners of the Jewish medicinal plant healers of Eastern Europe.</p> <p class="p1">When faced with the reality that the natural medicine practices of her Jewish ancestors had been erased by war like most documentation of European Jewry, <strong>Deatra</strong> <strong>Cohen</strong>, a clinical herbalist and research librarian, took it upon herself to piece back together the history of Ashkenazi healers.</p> <p class="p1">Philadelphia's Jewish Farm School co-founder, Nati Passow will lead the discussion and unearth the history of Eastern European folk medicine with authors <strong>Cohen</strong> and <strong>Adam Siegel. </strong></p> <p class="p1"><strong>About the Book </strong>Authors Cohen and Siegel turn back time to explore the vast treatments within Eastern Europe’s Pale of Settlement herbal tradition that from the Middle Ages through today has been shrouded in mystery. <strong>Cohen</strong>, a clinical herbalist and research librarian, with the help of <strong>Siegel</strong>, a research librarian and literary translator, was able to uncover European Jewish medicinal traditions that go beyond today’s ever present “chicken soup” theory.</p> <p class="p1"><strong>About the Authors </strong>Deatra Cohen is a research librarian and clinical herbalist, having trained with the Berkeley (formerly Ohlone) Herbal Center in Berkeley, California. She is a member of a Western Clinical Herbal collective, and holds the title of Master Gardener at the University of California.</p> <p class="p1">Adam Siegel is a research librarian at the University of California, Davis, and a historian of Central and Eastern Europe, specializing in issues concerning cultural contact and plant knowledge. Siegel was awarded a National Endowment for the Arts Literary Translation Fellowship in 2014 for his work as a literary translator, having translated works from Russian, Czech, German, Croatian, Serbian, French, Italian, Swedish, and Norwegian. He reviewed and translated literature and scholarship in Yiddish, Ukrainian, Russian, German, Polish, and Hebrew for “Ashkenazi Herbalism: Rediscovering the Herbal Traditions of Eastern European Jews.”</p> [caption id="attachment_3059" align="alignright" width="108"]<img class="wp-image-3059" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/thumbnail_Nati-Headshot.jpg" alt="" width="108" height="143" /> Nati Passow[/caption] <strong>About the</strong> <strong>Moderator</strong> Nati Passow has been a leader in the Jewish environmental movement for the past two decades. He co-founded and served as Executive Director of the Jewish Farm School for 15 years, overseeing hundreds of programs for children, college students, and adults. From 2019-2020 Nati was an Assistant Professor of Sustainable Food Systems at Temple University, and currently is the Director of Operations &amp; Finance for Dayenu: A Jewish Call for Climate Action. When not working, he can be found biking, tending his garden, and sharing food with family and friends in West Philadelphia. <strong>Purchase a Signed Copy Today </strong>Interested in purchasing a copy of the book signed by the author for yourself or as a gift? Visit our online Museum Store and order your copy today - <a href="https://shoptheweitzman.org/products/ashkenazi-herbalism-7-847384018177?_pos=1&amp;_sid=5b125da53&amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here</strong></a>. <p class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" data-fontsize="28.08" data-lineheight="33.9768px"><strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER CONCOURSE LEVEL. Masking in the auditorium is mandatory.</p> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/422426/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <strong>Missed it? Watch the lecture here anytime:</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/760614504?h=8a38f4b613" width="640" height="400" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> &nbsp; <strong>Wednesday, October 12 at 8pm ET</strong> <b>Free on Zoom with suggested $12 donation</b> <p class="p2">Join us online as we welcome Dr David S Koffman for the first of two lectures focused on the historical intersections and relationships between Indigenous and Jewish American communities. In this first lecture, Dr Koffman will highlight significant moments in history that helped shape the dynamics of these relationships from the colonial Atlantic world to the Civil Rights era. It touches down on the fur trade routes in Indian Territories  of the "Old West" in the late 19th century, in the curio shops of the Pacific Northwest, Southwest and Plains, the frontier newspaper and memoirs of Jewish western pioneers, and the New York and Washington offices of policy makers, lobbyists and anthropologists of the New Deal era. Based on his award winning book, <em>The Jews' Indian: Colonialism, Pluralism and Belonging in America</em>, professor David S. Koffman will host a lively discussion about a largely unknown, complex and fascinating history of an interpersonal and intercommunal meeting.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p class="p2">Return for the next lecture where Koffman concludes with the second half of the 20^th century highlighting the transition to a new kinship between the communities.</p> <strong>More About David S Koffman</strong> David S. Koffman is the J. Richard Shiff Chair for the Study of Canadian Jewry and an Associate Professor in the Department of History. His undergraduate courses include "Worry &amp; Wonder: Jewish Politics, Culture &amp; Religion in Canada", "A Convenient Hatred: Antisemitism Before, During and After the Holocaust", "God/USA: Religion in America Since 1491", "Making Money," and "History of Me: The Genealogy Seminar." He is the author of <em>The Jews’ Indian: Colonialism, Pluralism, and Belonging in America</em> (Rutgers University Press, 2019), winner of an Association for Jewish Studies' Jordan Schnitzer Book Award, and the editor of, and a contributor to <em>No Better Home? Jews, Canada, and the Sense of Belonging</em> (University of Toronto Press, 2021). He has published work in journals including the <em>Journal of the Gilded Age and Progressive Era</em>, <em>Journal of Jewish Education</em>, <em>Canadian Jewish Studies</em>, <em>American Jewish History</em>, <em>Contemporary Jewry</em>, and <em>the Journal of American Ethnic History</em>. He serves as the editor-in-chief of the journal <em>Canadian Jewish Studies </em>/ <em>Études juives canadiennes</em>, and on the editorial boards of <em>Directions, The Journal of the Canadian Race Relations Foundation, </em>and <em>AJS Review: The Journal of the Association for Jewish Studies. </em>He is also the Acting Director of York’s Israel &amp; Golda Koschitzky Centre for Jewish Studies. <hr /> <strong>Additional Events Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Month:</strong> <ul> <li>November 1 (online) - Members of Two Tribes with Emily Bowen Cohen - <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/emily-bowen-cohen/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a></li> <li>November 9 (online) - Jewish and Indigenous Interactions with David S Koffman Part 2 - <a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/jewish-indigenous-american-interactions-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a></li> <li>November 10 (in-person) - Conversation with Star of FX's <em>Reservation Dogs</em> Sarah Podemski - <strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/events/podemski/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong></li> </ul> &nbsp; <hr /> <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the JCC of Greater Baltimore. </em> <img class="wp-image-3095 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.jpg" alt="" width="331" height="70" />    <img class="wp-image-3228 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/jcc-agency-SEA.jpg" alt="" width="352" height="63" />

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Wednesday, September 14th, 6:00 pm ET<a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/FiddlersJourneytotheBigScreen" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a>In Person at the Weitzman (5th and Market) </b><strong>Free with Suggested $12 Donation </strong></p> THE U.S. AND THE HOLOCAUST, a new three-part, six-hour series directed and produced by <strong>Ken Burns</strong>, <strong>Lynn Novick</strong> and <strong>Sarah Botstein</strong>, explores America’s response to one of the greatest humanitarian crises of the 20th century. Join us as <em>Radio Times'</em> <strong>Marty Moss-Coane</strong> hosts a preview screening of the documentary and conversation about America's response to one of the greatest humanitarian cris<span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="rgb(0, 176, 80)">e</span><span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="black">s in history, </span><span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="rgb(0, 176, 80)">the Holocaust</span><span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="black">. </span>Marty will be joined by two expert panelists, <strong>Philippe Weisz</strong>, Director of Legal Services for HIAS Pennsylvania and <strong>Beth S. Wenger</strong>, Ph.D., Associate Dean of Graduate Studies, School of Arts and Sciences, and Moritz and Josephine Berg Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania; author of<i> History Lessons: The Creation of American Jewish Heritage.</i><i> </i>Together in conversation they will consider the rise of Hitler and Nazism in Germany, in the context of global antisemitism and racism, the eugenics movement, immigration restrictions, race laws in the American south and more. <strong>More About the Documentary</strong> Inspired in part by the <a href="https://www.ushmm.org/support/why-support/americans" target="_blank" rel="noopener">United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s “Americans and the Holocaust” exhibition</a> and supported by its historical resources, the film examines the rise of Hitler and Nazism in Germany in the context of global antisemitism and racism, the eugenics movement in the United States and race laws in the American south. The series, written by Geoffrey Ward, sheds light on what the U.S. government and American people knew and did as the catastrophe unfolded in Europe. Combining the first-person accounts of Holocaust witnesses and survivors and interviews with leading historians and writers, THE U.S. AND THE HOLOCAUST dispels competing myths that Americans either were ignorant of the unspeakable persecution that Jews and other targeted minorities faced in Europe or that they looked on with callous indifference. The film tackles a range of questions that remain essential to our society today, including how racism influences policies related to immigration and refugees as well as how governments and people respond to the rise of authoritarian states that manipulate history and facts to consolidate power. Directed and produced by Ken Burns, Lynn Novick and Sarah Botstein, <em><span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="black" data-ogsb="white">The US &amp; the Holocaust</span></em><span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="rgb(34, 34, 34)"> premieres September 18, 2022 at 8 p.m. ET on </span><span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="black" data-ogsb="white">WHYY-TV 12</span><span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" data-ogsc="rgb(34, 34, 34)">. Visit <a href="https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/us-and-the-holocaust/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">WHYY.org</a> for more info.</span> <strong>More About the Host</strong> <p class="p1"><strong>Marty Moss-Coane</strong> is host and executive producer of <b><i>Radio Times</i></b>, one of the most respected weekday interview programs on regional radio. She has earned praise for her versatility and engaging conversations and interviews with guests and phone callers alike during the live program, which covers social issues, public policy, books, films, and more. She is one of the tri-state area’s most thought-provoking and balanced radio hosts, working for WHYY, the region’s leading public broadcasting station. Her programs reflect the belief that guiding discussions fairly and accurately are of prime importance in educating and informing the audience, allowing them to make sound and informed decisions. Marty is as comfortable interviewing political candidates about their election promises as she is eliciting tips on how to care for the family pets from a local veterinarian to asking listeners to discuss their favorite “pick up” lines.</p> <strong>More About the Panelists</strong> <p class="p1"><strong>Philippe Weisz</strong> has been an advocate for immigrant rights for over 20 years. He started his career with the American Friends Service Committee, Immigrant Rights Program in Newark, New Jersey. There, he represented detained asylum seekers and immigrants from Central America. In 2006 he joined HIAS Pennsylvania as director of legal services. In addition to supervising its staff of attorneys and paralegals and handling his own caseload, Philippe oversees the agency's educational activities. Philippe has presented at professional conferences, trained pro-bono lawyers as well as provided training to staff at numerous social and legal services agencies. He also has been interviewed by English and Spanish language media on immigration matters. Philippe earned his BA in International Relations at Dickinson College in 1992. He earned his JD from the Washington College of Law at American University where he also received his MA in International Relations in 1996.</p> <strong>Beth S. Wenger</strong> is Moritz and Josephine Berg Professor of History and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies in the School of Arts &amp; Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania. Wenger has authored three award-winning books entitled History Lessons: The Creation of American Jewish Heritage, The Jewish Americans: Three Centuries of Jewish Voices in America, and New York Jews and the Great Depression: Uncertain Promise, in addition to co-editing many others. She was awarded the Lee Max Friedman Award Medal from the American Jewish Historical Society for distinguished service, scholarship and leadership within the field along with several other academic grants and fellowships. Wenger was one of four founding historians who helped to create the core exhibition at the <b>Weitzman</b> National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia, and she continues to serve as historical consultant to the Museum. &nbsp; <hr /> <strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*This event will occur in the DELL THEATER CONCOURSE LEVEL. *Masking in the Dell Theater is mandatory. <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <hr /> <strong>Donations from this event go to support programs and services at the Weitzman Museum of American Jewish History and WHYY, your local NPR and PBS member station.</strong> <em>This program is presented by WHYY, your local NPR and PBS member station in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <img class="wp-image-3063 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/thumbnail_Outlook-31m2zs3b.png" alt="" width="176" height="74" /><img class="wp-image-3064 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/thumbnail_Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="373" height="79" /> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <em>Co-presented by WHYY with support from The Hill at Whitemarsh</em> <em><img class="alignnone wp-image-3067" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/THAW-Logo_Color2.jpg" alt="" width="293" height="53" /></em>

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <strong>Wednesday, September 7 -  3 pm ET / 12 pm PT Free Online Series See "Ways to Watch" Below</strong> In June, we launched the first season of <em><a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts</a>,</em> a new series spotlighting top Jewish musicians worldwide today. Episode 4 features a collaborative performance by two groups, <strong>Tsvey Brider</strong> and <strong>Baymele. </strong>In various combinations, the two ensembles perform original, stylistically diverse compositions of Yiddish poetry in addition to music of Jewish eastern Europe. <strong>More about the Ensemble</strong> <p class=""><strong>Tsvey Brider</strong> (meaning “two brothers” in Yiddish) is a Yiddish songwriting, arranging and performing duo featuring <strong>Anthony Mordechai Tzvi Russell</strong> (vocals) and <strong>Dmitri Gaskin </strong>(piano, accordion). Formed in 2017 after winning the Concurso Internacional de Canciones en Idish (Der Idisher Idol) in Mexico City, Tsvey Brider has gone on to be featured in the Gorki Theatre’s Radikale Jüdisches Kulturtage (Radical Jewish Culture Festival), tour across Poland and perform for culture and music festivals both nationally and interntaionally.</p> <p class="">Inspired by the work of an international group of twentieth century Jewish writers and poets, Tsvey Brider is an outfit for the musical exploration of contemporary life in the Yiddish language. This has led the duo to write, arrange and perform in a diverse array of styles and genres including contemporary classical, cabaret, blues and pop in addition to the sounds of Jewish Eastern Europe that have traditionally accompanied music in the Yiddish language.</p> <p class=""><strong>Baymele</strong> (meaning "little tree" in Yiddish) is a klezmer and Eastern European folk trio rooted in the San Francisco Bay Area on <em>unceded Ohlone</em> land. Avid ethnographic researchers, they perform newly rediscovered gems from Ashkenazi, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Hungarian folk music traditions, alongside original compositions. The trio's members are <strong>Matthew Stein</strong> (violin), <strong>Misha Khalikulov</strong> (cello) and <strong>Dmitri Gaskin</strong> (accordion).</p> <strong>Watch the Full Episode</strong> <iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/743469159?h=84a08f11f5" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> On Wednesday, September 7 at  12:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. ET, the next <em>Secret Chord Concert </em>in the series will post at the top of this page, on the<a href="https://www.facebook.com/weitzmanmuseum" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Museum's Facebook page</a>, the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/UCLAMAJE/featured">Lowell Milken Center’s YouTube page</a> and on the series page on <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord">The Weitzman’s website</a> along with all of the previous episodes. <strong>About the Series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> Season 1 episodes will air the first Wednesday of every month from June until October. A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. &nbsp; <hr /> <em>This program is produced and presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2441 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="393" height="83" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-1652 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="439" height="82" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="https://theweitzman.org/nei" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to visit the NEI website for details and to register.</strong></h6> <h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong>This year's Institute will be held online from August 15-17.</strong></h6> This online seminar and workshop, now in its sixth year, will 1) expand how you understand and teach<b> </b>the American Jewish experience: past, present, and future; 2) introduce new ways to stimulate your students’ curiosity and critical thinking through inquiry-based learning; and 3) provide a space to engage with top scholars and practitioners in the field and develop professional connections with fellow teachers...<a href="https://theweitzman.org/nei" target="_blank" rel="noopener">READ MORE</a>. &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/736600996?h=756ded3d6c" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>Released: Wednesday, August 3 Free Online Series </strong> In June, we launched the first season of <em><a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts</a>,</em> a new series spotlighting top Jewish musicians worldwide today. Episode 3 will feature <strong><a href="https://www.netaelkayam.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Neta Elkayam</a></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">—</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">a world-renowned Israeli singer of North African music who connects the spirits of her Moroccan Jewish mothers to audiences around the world. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">As described in </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The New York Times</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">: “It is that work of bridging gaps, across time and nations — and in particular drawing attention to women artists — that makes Ms. Elkayam important.”</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">In this performance, Elkayam performs as a duo with her multi-instrumentalist, musical director Amit Hai Cohen. Together, the duo creates an intimate and energetic sound, melding music from the Moroccan Jewish repertoire with jazz melodies, as well as rock, pop and other contemporary influences. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Neta was granted two coveted international awards for her work in 2022: the Moroccan TMM Trophy for spreading the Moroccan Jewish Voice around the world, and the Pomegranate Award for Sephardi Excellence in the Arts from the American Sephardi Federation.</span> <strong>About the Series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> Season 1 episodes will air the first Wednesday of every month from June until October. A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. &nbsp; <hr /> <em>This program is produced and presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2441 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="393" height="83" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-1652 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="439" height="82" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>POSTPONED – NEW DATE TBA</strong></span></h3> <del><strong>Thursday, July 14, 2022</strong></del> <del><strong>7:30 pm ET</strong></del> <del><strong>In person at The Weitzman in Philadelphia</strong></del> Join us as we welcome the National Jewish Book Award winning cartoonist and graphic novelist, <strong>Liana Finck, </strong>and celebrate the release of her new book entitled “Let There Be Light: The Real Story of Her Creation”. In this graphic novel, Finck reimagines the story of Genesis with God as a woman, Abraham as a resident of New York City, and Rebekah as a robot, among many other delightful twists. The program's conversation will cover her award winning contributions to <em>The</em><em> New Yorker</em>, the book, her <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lianafinck/?hl=en">instagram account</a> with over half a million followers, her creative process and more. The author will sign books after the program. <strong>More About Liana Finck</strong> Liana Finck is a cartoonist and graphic novelist. She’s published three graphic novels: A Bintel Brief (Ecco, 2014), Passing for Human (Random House, 2018) and Let There Be Light (Random House, 2022), and a collection of her Instagram cartoons, Excuse Me (Random House, 2019). Her popular Instagram feed has 600,000 followers. She is also the recipient of a Fulbright Fellowship, a Six Points Fellowship for Emerging Jewish Artists, and a New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship in fiction. She’s had residencies with Macdowell, Yaddo, the Headlands Center for the Arts, and the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. <strong>Purchase a Signed Copy Today</strong> Interested in purchasing a copy of the book signed by the author for yourself or as a gift? Visit our online Museum Store and order your copy today - <a href="https://shopnmajh.com/products/let-there-be-light-7-847384018062?_pos=1&amp;amp;_sid=0b3458ab2&amp;amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click Here</strong></a>. <p class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" data-fontsize="28.08" data-lineheight="33.9768px"><strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*The screening will occur in the DELL THEATER CONCOURSE LEVEL. Masking in the auditorium is mandatory.</p> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Secret Chord Concerts Episode 2: Mostly Kosher" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/727114666?h=7b8f49c004&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <strong>Wednesday, July 6 -  3 pm ET / 12 pm PT Free Online Series See "Ways to Watch" Below</strong> Last month, we launched the first season of <em><a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Secret Chord Concerts</a>,</em> a new series spotlighting top Jewish musicians worldwide today. Episode 2 will feature <span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://www.mostlykosher.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mostly Kosher</a>—an acclaimed Klezmer-rock band that boldly redefines Judaic and American cultural music. This performance will highlight their new album, “This World is Yours,” which takes listeners through modern protest music, challenging them to topple norms of intolerance and indifference.</span> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> On Wednesday, July 6 at  12:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. ET, the next <em>Secret Chord Concert </em>in the series will premiere on the<a href="https://www.facebook.com/weitzmanmuseum" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Museum's Facebook page</a> and on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/UCLAMAJE/featured">Lowell Milken Center’s YouTube page</a>. The series will be also be available on-demand following the premiere on those two sites as well as on this page, and on the series page on <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord">The Weitzman’s website</a>. <b>Episode Teaser</b> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Secret Chord Concerts Episode 2 teaser - Mostly Kosher" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/721583242?h=efdbe3e22c&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <strong>About the Series</strong> <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> Season 1 episodes will air the first Wednesday of every month from June until October. A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. &nbsp; <hr /> <em>This program is produced and presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2441 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="393" height="83" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-1652 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="439" height="82" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <strong>Monday, June 27, 2022 7:30pm ET In Person at the Weitzman</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.classy.org/event/ladino-culture-from-yesterday-to-today-a-musical-journey-with-sarah-aroeste/e402930/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a></strong> Join us as we welcome Sarah <span class="searchHighlight">Aroeste</span>, international Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) singer/songwriter, author and activist, as she weaves Sephardic history and stories together with song. This interactive, multi-media presentation will demonstrate the rich textures of Mediterranean Sephardic life and will take you on a sensory journey from the 15^th century to today. <strong>More About Sarah Aroeste</strong> Sarah Aroeste is an international Ladino singer/songwriter, author and cultural activist, who draws upon her Sephardic family roots from Macedonia and Greece (via Medieval Spain) to bring Judeo-Spanish culture to new generations. Since 2001, Aroeste has toured the globe and recorded seven albums, from a feminist Ladino rock album (Gracia, 2012) to an all-original Ladino children’s album (Ora de Despertar, 2016) and an album dedicated to her family's hometown in modern day North Macedonia (Monastir, 2021). Aroeste also recently published her newest children’s book, Buen Shabat, Shabbat Shalom (Kar-Ben and PJ Library, 2020), the first bilingual Ladino-English board book. Bringing Ladino words and music to young and old, Aroeste works to introduce Sephardic culture to wider audiences. <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">________________________________________________________________________</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the <a href="https://jewishlibraries.org/2022-conference/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Association of Jewish Libraries</a> and support from <i>Dan Wyman Books,</i> Brooklyn, NY.</em></p> </div> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Thursday, June 23, 2022 7:00 pm ET<a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/FiddlersJourneytotheBigScreen" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a>In Person at the Weitzman</b></p> <b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/JewsoftheWildWest" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a> - $15</b> <strong>Philadelphia Premiere </strong>One may not necessarily associate Jews with the emblems of the American Wild West; cowboys, horseback riding, saloons with their usual swinging doors. In <strong><em>Jews of the Wild West</em></strong>, viewers are presented with a long-forgotten, unheard of chapter of American history: the efforts and accomplishments that thousands of Jews made in shaping the Western frontier. Who knew, for example, that Broncho Billy Anderson, considered to be Hollywood’s first celebrity cowboy, was Jewish? Who knew that even Golda Meir herself, the famed prime minister of Israel, lived in Colorado? With incredible archival footage and interviews of present-day relatives of the little-known <em><strong>Jews of the Wild West</strong></em>, this remarkable debut from director Amanda Marshall Kinsey is a testament to the historic achievements Jews have made throughout <em>all</em> parts of America. <strong>Official Selection</strong>: <ul> <li>Atlanta Jewish Film Festival</li> <li>Toronto Jewish Film Festival</li> </ul> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> Call PJFM at (215) 545-4400, email <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>.</strong> <hr /> <em>This program is part of Lindy SummerFest 2022 and is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2921 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lindy-SummerFest-2022-Flyer.jpg" alt="" width="861" height="861" /> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Thursday, June 16, 2022 </b><b>7:00 pm ET</b><b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/FiddlersJourneytotheBigScreen" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a></b><b>In Person at the Weitzman </b></p> <b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/ATreeofLife" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a> - $15</b> <strong>Philadelphia Premiere </strong>Saturday, October 27, 2018. Shabbat morning. A man enters a synagogue in Pittsburgh with four assault weapons in hand, murdering 11 congregants, all because he hates Jews. Four years later and the pain still won’t go away. Can it ever? Academy Award nominee Trish Adlesic tackles a delicate topic with bravery and skill in <strong><em>A Tree of Life</em></strong>, an astounding powerhouse of a motion picture. As survivors and relatives of the victims recount that tragic day, Adlesic delves even deeper into the politically biased, ever-growing hate crimes and anti-Semitic attacks that continue to afflict this country. <strong>Official Selection</strong>: <ul> <li>Atlanta Jewish Film Festival</li> <li>DOC NYC</li> <li>Miami Jewish Film Festival</li> <li>San Francisco Jewish Film Festival</li> <li>Washington Jewish Film Festival</li> </ul> <p class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" data-fontsize="28.08" data-lineheight="33.9768px"><strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*The screening will occur in the DELL THEATER CONCOURSE LEVEL. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for visitors age 5+. Masking in the auditorium is mandatory.</p> <hr /> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> Call PJFM at (215) 545-4400, email <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>.</strong> <hr /> <em>This program is part of Lindy SummerFest 2022 and is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2921" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lindy-SummerFest-2022-Flyer.jpg" alt="" width="1007" height="1007" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Your donations help us fund exciting public programs such as this!</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; <div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="LNK Full Program Intro and Chat.mp4" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/721240273?h=037092c1b1&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <strong>Original Broadcast Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2022, 8:00pm - 9:30pm ET</strong> <strong>View by Clicking Play Above. <a href="https://www.classy.org/event/la-nona-kanta-the-remarkable-life-of-flory-jagoda/e396854/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$10 donation</a> suggested</strong> Contact the booking agent for <strong>Trio Sefardi, </strong><a href="howardbass7@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Howard Bass</a>, if you're interested in bringing <strong>La Nona Kanta (digital or in person program)</strong> to your school, synagogue, church, museum, or other community group. "La Nona Kanta” is a tale of survival and courage that has particular relevance in today’s turbulent world. In filmed interviews, <strong>Flory Jagoda</strong> (z"l) tells the true story of how music helped her escape from Nazi-occupied Yugoslavia when she was a teenager; how she made a life in the United States; and how she turned the tragic fate of her family and Balkan Sephardic culture into a celebration of five centuries of faith and tradition, giving meaning to the rest of her life, and delighting audiences worldwide. In the world premiere of this brand new production, Flory’s filmed narration alternates with performances of her music by <strong>Trio Sefardi</strong>, pictures from the Altarac family archives, animation, and translations of Flory’s songs, which were composed in Ladino and Serbo-Croatian. The members of Trio Sefardi- Howard Bass, Tina Chancey, and Susan Gaeta- will take questions from those in attendance at the end of the program. <strong>More About the Program</strong> La Nona Kanta sheds light on the tragedy that befell the Jews of Southern Europe, largely Sephardim, during World War II, a story far less known than the fate of the Jews of Eastern Europe. This is a story that resonates today as the world continues to struggle with war, genocide, and the existential threats to suffering people. <em>La Nona Kanta</em> will give audiences, young and old, Jews and non-Jews alike, a shining example of one person’s triumph over adversity and will lend new meaning to the on-going battles against hatred and prejudice. <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">___________________________________________________________________________________________</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><em style="text-align: left;">This production of La Nona Kanta is produced with support from the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and <a href="https://culturalvibrancy.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Center for Cultural Vibrancy</a>. </em></p> </div> <p style="text-align: left;"><img class="alignnone wp-image-2441" src="https://nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="415" height="88" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-2654" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/CCV_Logo-Horizontal-1-1366x750.jpg" alt="" width="395" height="217" /></p> <em>La Nona Kanta: The Remarkable Life of Flory Jagoda is presented in partnership with the Ashkenaz Festival, the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, the Jewish Women's Archive, and The United State Holocaust Memorial Museum.</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1628" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/AshkenazLogo.jpg" alt="" width="124" height="67" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-1652" src="https://nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="410" height="77" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-2652" src="https://nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/JWA_2C.jpg" alt="" width="121" height="102" />

<b>Sunday, June 12, 1:00 pm - 2:30pm ET</b> <b>Free on Zoom <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sefarad-jews-in-early-america-from-inquisition-to-freedom-tickets-344297020657?fbclid=IwAR2EHHHA8Z8QjX3cW2nfO0JKkXnp0UQtLrOn4etgwWdpPIU_uUg5aIP_9e4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Register</a></b> <div class="g-group l-mar-bot-6 l-sm-mar-bot-4"> <div class="structured-content g-cell g-cell-10-12 g-cell-md-1-1"> <div class="has-user-generated-content" data-automation="about-this-event-sc"> <div class="structured-content-rich-text structured-content__module l-align-left l-mar-vert-6 l-sm-mar-vert-4 text-body-medium"> <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle">During this webinar we will explore the role of Jews in the development of religious liberty in America, from the arrival of the earliest community of Jews in 1654 through the end of the 18th century. This remarkable period witnessed the arrival of many Sephardic Jews with roots in the Iberian Peninsula and their settlement in port cities along the Eastern Seaboard of North America. They proceeded to create several famous communities, and synagogues, which endure to this day, including Congregation Shearith Israel in New York City, Congregation Jeshuat Israel in Newport, Rhode Island, and Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. When the founders of the United States drafted the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States, and the Bill of Rights, they were aware of these Jews, some of whom had fought for America’s freedom. The fact that America barred “religious tests” for public office and guaranteed “free exercise” of religion to everyone reflected sensitivity to the presence of non-Christians, the Jews in particular, within the New Nation.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle">This remarkable story - the birth of religious freedom in the young American Republic - is epitomized most notably by President George Washington’s famous 1790 letter to the Jews of Newport, which characterized religious liberty as an “inherent natural right,” and promised that the Government of the United States would “give to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance.” This extraordinary legacy has profoundly shaped Jewish life in the United States from George Washington’s time until our own.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Speakers (in order of appearance):</strong></div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Mr. Michael Steinberger</strong>: CEO &amp; Founder of Jewish Heritage Alliance.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Mr. Warren Klein</strong>: Curator of the Herbert and Eileen Bernard Museum of Judaica at Temple Emanu-El since 2013.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Dr. Isaac Amon</strong>: Director, Academic &amp; Program Development at Jewish Heritage Alliance.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Dr. Jonathan Sarna</strong>: Chief Historian of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. University Professor and the Joseph H. &amp; Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History and Director of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University. He is also past president of the Association for Jewish Studies. Considered by many as the leading academic authority on early Jewish life in America as the Keynote Speaker.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Professor Paul Finkelman</strong>: A specialist in American legal history, constitutional law, American Jewish History, and race and the law, Dr. Paul Finkelman is the Chancellor and Distinguished Professor of History at Gratz College, in Greater Philadelphia. He is the author of more than 200 scholarly articles and more than 50 books. His op-eds and shorter pieces have appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, USA Today, Washington Monthly, and The Atlantic.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Mr. Keith Stokes</strong>: Speaking for the Touro Synagogue and community in Rhode Island is Mr. Keith Stokes. Among many positions, Keith served as a Rhode Island Advisor for the National Trust for Historic Preservation, also on numerous regional and national historic preservation boards including Chairman of the Touro Synagogue Foundation, Vice President &amp; Trustee of the Preservation Society for Newport County, advisory board of the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society and board member of the Newport Historical Society.</div> <div></div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><strong>Eli Gabay, Esquire</strong>: Eli Gabay, Esquire, Parnas/President of Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia, a synagogue established in 1740. An attorney, and former prosecutor in the historic trial of Demjanjuk in Israel, Gabay also sits on the Board of Mikveh Israel historic Revolutionary Period cemetery and is a board member of the American Sephardic Federation. Parnas Gabay will expound on the life of Haym Salomon, financier or the American Revolution, as well as about the extraordinary story of Warder Cresson, the first American Consul to Jerusalem, a Messianic Quaker, who converted to Judaism and became a member of Congregation Mikveh Israel.</div> <div> <hr /> </div> <div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle"><em>This event is co-promoted by Congregation Mikveh Israel, Temple Moses Sephardic Congregation of Florida, ANU Museum of the Jewish People, Weitzman National Museum American Jewish History, the Society for Crypto-Judaic Studies, the American Sephardi Federation’s Institute of Jewish Experience, Fundación HispanoJudía, EJCC European Jewish Community Center, the Jewish Learning Channel, Hadassah-Brandeis Institute, University of Miami (Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies and the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies), Kulanu, Reconectar and The Temple Emanu-el Streicker Center.</em></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <div class="page" title="Page 3"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> &nbsp; </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Thursday, June 9, 2022 7:00 pm ET<a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/FiddlersJourneytotheBigScreen" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a>In Person at the Weitzman</b></p> <b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/FiddlersJourneytotheBigScreen" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a> - $15</b> <strong>Philadelphia Premiere</strong><em> Fiddler on the Roof</em>, which celebrated its 50^th anniversary in 2021, remains one of the most celebrated movie musicals of all time. With its melodious songs, iconic imagery, and Sholem Aleichem’s unforgettable tale of Tevye and his family, the film is most recognized in the canon of Jewish international cinema. Narrated by Jeff Goldblum,<strong> Fiddler's Journey to the Big Screen </strong>takes viewers back to the arduous journey director Norman Jewison – who, funnily enough, is <em>not </em>Jewish, despite his surname – partook to bring the stage musical to the big screen. Featuring insightful and often hilarious present-day interviews with Jewison himself, <strong>Fiddler's Journey</strong> is a toe-tapping, delightful “journey” you won’t soon forget! <strong>Official Selection</strong>: <ul> <li>Atlanta Jewish Film Festival</li> <li>Miami Jewish Film Festival</li> <li>Toronto Jewish Film Festival</li> </ul> <p class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" data-fontsize="28.08" data-lineheight="33.9768px"><strong>Safety / Covid 19: </strong>*The screening will occur in the DELL THEATER CONCOURSE LEVEL. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for visitors age 5+. Masking in the auditorium is mandatory.</p> <strong>Watch the Trailer</strong> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/D19flnSG79Q" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> Call PJFM at (215) 545-4400, email <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/tribe-events/category/lindy-summerfest-2022/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>.</strong> <hr /> <em>This program is part of Lindy SummerFest 2022 and is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2921 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lindy-SummerFest-2022-Flyer.jpg" alt="" width="861" height="861" /> &nbsp;

<div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Secret Chord Concert: New Moon Rising" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/715776694?h=0c5341eeb1&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <strong>Wednesday, June 1 -  3 pm ET / 12 pm PT Free Online Series See "Ways to Watch" Below</strong> On Wednesday, June 1, the first season of <em>Secret Chord Concerts,</em> a new series spotlighting top Jewish musicians worldwide today, will launch. Episode 1 will feature <strong><a href="https://www.newmoonrisingtrio.com/">New Moon Rising</a></strong>, a trio of powerhouse female voices in Jewish music. Their original spiritual music is filled with lush, powerful harmonies interwoven with violin, mandolin and guitar. The group features <strong>Elana Arian</strong>, <strong>Deborah Sacks Mintz</strong> and <strong>Chava Mirel</strong>. [caption id="attachment_2903" align="alignleft" width="258"]<img class=" wp-image-2903" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/New-Moon-Rising-1-by-A-Mayers-1366x911.jpg" alt="" width="258" height="172" /> Photograph by Ayden Mayer. From left to right: Elana Arian, Deborah Sacks Mintz, Chava Mirel.[/caption] <strong><em>Secret Chord Concerts</em> is a free on-demand video series featuring 15-25 minute performances from celebrated Jewish musicians</strong> representing a broad range of styles, heritages, and histories and <strong>recorded live in front of intimate audiences in Philadelphia and Los Angeles.</strong> Season 1 episodes will air the first Wednesday of every month from June until October. A cross-country partnership between the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) on historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, and the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music (Lowell Milken Center) in Los Angeles, generated this new online offering. Both presenting organizations are committed to inspiring in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. This season’s episodes were filmed at The Weitzman, against the striking backdrop of Independence Hall, and in UCLA’s beautiful recording studio. <b>Episode Teaser</b> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Secret Chord Concerts - New Moon Rising teaser" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/713710727?h=f42187e407&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> On Wednesday, June 1 at  12:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. ET, the first <em>Secret Chord Concert </em>will premiere on the Facebook pages of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/weitzmanmuseum">The Weitzman</a>, the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/UCLAMAJE">Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience</a> and the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/UCLAalpert/">UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</a>. The series will be also be available on-demand on <a href="https://theweitzman.org/secret-chord">The Weitzman’s website</a>, and on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/UCLAMAJE/featured">Lowell Milken Center’s YouTube page</a>. <hr /> <em>This program is produced and presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2441 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="393" height="83" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-1652 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="439" height="82" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<div style="padding: 75% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="2022 National Jewish Community Observance of Memorial Day" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/715391367?h=f520295711&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <b>Monday, May 30, 2021 at 7:00 pm ET Free -  Stream on Zoom </b> <span data-contrast="auto">From the Revolutionary War through today</span><span data-contrast="auto">, American Jews have served nobly in all branches of our country’s military</span><span data-contrast="auto">—</span><span data-contrast="auto">and many </span><span data-contrast="auto">are</span><span data-contrast="auto"> among our nation’s fallen heroes.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> It is incumbent upon America’s Jewish community</span><span data-contrast="auto">, therefore,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> to </span><span data-contrast="auto">mark Memorial Day</span><span data-contrast="auto"> for both </span><span data-contrast="auto">its national </span><span data-contrast="auto">and its</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Jewish significance. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"> </span> <span data-contrast="auto">During this year’s Jewish American Heritage Month</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">National Jewish Community Observance of Memorial Day</span><span data-contrast="auto">, </span><span data-contrast="auto">w</span><span data-contrast="auto">e </span><span data-contrast="auto">will honor the multi-generational service and sacrifice of the Seixas family, hear from Gold Star Families, experience performances from the United States Naval Academy Glee Club, and hear prayers chanted by a Jewish military chaplain.  </span> <strong>Donations</strong> Should you wish to make a donation in support of JAHM, <b><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMmemorialday&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please click here</a>. </b>To learn more about and support the work of the JWB Jewish Chaplains Council and Jews in uniform, <b><a href="https://donate.jcca.org/index.htm?campaignid=pHl2CBF5D52" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please click here</a>. </b>To learn more about and support the work of the National Museum of American Jewish Military History,<strong><a href="https://nmajmh.org/support-the-museum/donate/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> please click here</a></strong>. To learn more about and support the work of Operation Benjamin, <strong><a href="https://operationbenjamin.networkforgood.com/projects/99668-because-every-hero-deserves-to-rest-in-peace" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please click here</a></strong>. <hr /> <i>This program is organized by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the National Museum of American Jewish Military History, Operation Benjamin, </i><i>JWB ​Jewish Chaplains Council, a signature program of the JCC Association of North America​ in partnership with Jewish American Heritage Month.</i> <p style="text-align: left;">An official program of:</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"></div>

<strong>Thursday, May 26, 2022 7:30pm - 9:00pm ET In person and Online</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.classy.org/event/joey-weisenberg-album-release-concert-in-person-tickets/e402630/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for IN-PERSON tickets $18, $15 Members</a></strong> <strong><a href="https://www.classy.org/event/joey-weisenberg-album-release-concert-livestream/e402545/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for LIVESTREAM tickets $5 Donation</a></strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us online or in person for the concert celebrating the album </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">L’eila</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the latest release from Joey Weisenberg. Flanked by a four piece ensemble featuring Deborah Sacks Mintz, Yosef Goldman, Daniel Ori, and Richie Barshay, Weisenberg will play through all the tunes from the new album in a rare Philadelphia performance, his first concert with an audience in more than two years.</span> The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is thrilled to host this event in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month, and as the first public concert at the museum since 2019. <em>In an effort to protect the most vulnerable members of our community we ask that all attendees ages 5 &amp; older present proof of vaccination for COVID-19 upon entering the museum. Attendees will also be required to wear a face covering while in the theater.</em> <b>More about the Artists</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Joey Weisenberg has long occupied the nexus point between the old and the new, and he is known for reaching into the heart of the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">nigun</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the wordless Jewish spiritual melody, and synthesizing it with the American soundscape and the passion of the blues bars he grew up playing in. As the Hadar Institute's longtime musician-in-residence and as the founder of Hadar's Rising Song Institute, where he teaches </span><a href="https://joey-weisenberg.mykajabi.com/joey-weisenberg-instructional-library"><span style="font-weight: 400;">master classes in Jewish song</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and produces albums for </span><a href="https://risingsongrecords.bandcamp.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rising Song Records</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Joey's prolific output of melodies has resounded throughout the Jewish world and beyond.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">For this concert in the theater of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, Weisenberg will be accompanied by the inventive rhythm section of Richie Barshay (percussion) and Daniel Ori (bass), and multifaceted vocalists Deborah Sacks Mintz and Yosef Goldman.</span> <b>More about the Album</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Soul-igniting melodies, masterful improvisations, ethereal harmonies, acoustic meditations, and electric invocations—</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">L'eila</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a sonic journey of harrowing emotion and spiritual uplift, combining signature elements of musical virtuosity and grassroots folksong. The latest chapter of this yearslong musical project, the album takes its name from the iconic Kaddish prayer that describes the ultimate Source of sound as “above all the blessings and hymns, praises and consolations.” With the same aspirational spirit, Weisenberg and his quintet aspire to create a transcendent musical experience for all who attend.</span> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/eCIbSpgX0Cw" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> Live at The Weitzman 101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5^th &amp; Market) Philadelphia, PA 19106 <em>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Rising Song Institute and promotional partnership from CANVAS in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month.</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2441 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="539" height="114" /> <img class="wp-image-2896 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/HRSI.png" alt="" width="178" height="158" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2668 aligncenter" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/logo-final-tiny-02-1366x1301.jpg" alt="" width="152" height="145" /> &nbsp; <hr /> An official program of <em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 166px) 100vw, 166px" srcset="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg 930w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-768x767.jpg 768w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-640x640.jpg 640w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-150x150.jpg 150w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-320x320.jpg 320w" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper"></div>

<strong>Thursday, May 19, 2022, 4:00pm ET</strong> <strong>Free on Zoom, Registration Required <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_klGRYWpQRGCzyrPvhCva5Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Register</a></strong> <div style="padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="America250 Community Conversation with JAH and AAPI" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/772558281?h=787cb68260&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <span style="font-weight: 400;">This episode of <strong>America250's</strong> "Community Conversation" series will celebrate Jewish American and Asian American Pacific Islanders Heritage Months. In this program we will explore American immigrant experiences from these groups, past and present challenges, as well as honor the influences that these groups had, and continue to have, on the history, culture, and achievements of the United States.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">The Community Conversation series is a place to connect, and to share the stories and histories that shape America.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> It’s with your support that we can continue to have these conversations and explore themes important to our country.</span> <strong>About the Panelists</strong> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Nancy Yao Maasbach</strong> - </span>As the President of <span style="font-weight: 400;">the <a href="https://www.mocanyc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Museum of Chinese in America</a> (MOCA)</span>, Nancy has the unique privilege of combining her experiences in managing organizations, promoting arts and culture as a bridge between peoples, and executing research focused on redefining the American narrative by examining the role of Chinese Americans in U.S. history. Prior to her time at MOCA, Nancy was the executive director of the Yale-China Association, one of the oldest non-profit organizations dedicated to building U.S.-China relations. At the Yale-China Association, Nancy led over 20 programs in the areas of arts, education, and health. These programs were lauded as best-in-class and models for bilateral engagement. Nancy has over twenty years of leadership experience at non-profit organizations and for-profit management, including staff and board positions at The Community Fund for Women &amp; Girls, International Festival of Arts and Ideas, Tessitura Network, Goldman Sachs &amp; Co, Council on Foreign Relations, CNN, and more. <strong>Dr. Annie Polland</strong> is a public historian, author and President of the Lower East Side <a href="https://www.tenement.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tenement Museum</span></a>, where she served as Vice President for Programs &amp; Education from 2009 to 2017. Prior to her return to the Tenement Museum she served as Executive Director of the American Jewish Historical Society. She is the co-author, with Daniel Soyer, of Emerging Metropolis: New York Jews in the Age of Immigration, winner of the 2012 National Jewish Book Award. She received her Ph.D. in History from Columbia University, and served as Vice President of Education at the Museum at Eldridge Street, where she wrote Landmark of the Spirit (Yale University). <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>U.S. Congresswoman Grace Meng</strong> is serving her fifth term in the United States House of Representatives. Grace represents the Sixth Congressional District of New York encompassing the New York City borough of Queens, including west, central and northeast Queens. Grace is the first and only Asian American Member of Congress from New York State and the first female Congressmember from Queens since former Vice Presidential nominee Geraldine Ferraro.</span> <strong>About America250</strong> <p class="description"><a title="https://america250.org/" contenteditable="false" href="https://america250.org/">America250</a> is a multi-year effort to commemorate the semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, of the United States. The purpose of the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, created by Congress, and the corresponding America250 Foundation, is to catalyze a more perfect union by designing and leading the most comprehensive and inclusive celebration in our country’s history. America250 represents a coalition of public and private partners all working to create initiatives and programs that honor our first 250 years and inspire Americans to imagine our next 250. The commemoration period began in 2020, culminates on July 4, 2026, and officially concludes in 2027.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">___________________________________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <em>An official program of Jewish American Heritage Month. Presented by America 250 in Partnership with JAHM and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 166px) 100vw, 166px" srcset="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg 930w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-768x767.jpg 768w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-640x640.jpg 640w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-150x150.jpg 150w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-320x320.jpg 320w" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper"></div>

<strong>Thursday, May 19, 2022, 8:00pm ET</strong> <strong>Free on Virtual J, Registration Required <a href="https://virtualjcc.com/watch/jfest-rubegoldberg-may19" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Register</a></strong> We are thrilled to share that <em>JFest: An Arts Festival for the JCC Movement</em> continues this spring, with a very special film event, <em>The Two Lives of Rube Goldberg.</em> Legendary cartoonist Rube Goldberg (1886-1970), an American born son of German Jewish immigrant parents, was one of the great cultural icons and storytellers of the 20th Century. His drawings of unwieldy fantasy inventions became a fixture of American popular entertainment and cemented his reputation as one of the most influential satirists of The Machine Age. In “The Two Lives of Rube Goldberg,” director Geoffrey George (Rube Goldberg’s youngest grandchild,) explores Rube’s life, as well as the influence of his legacy, which inspires new generations of creative thinkers today. This 50-minute program will include a live chat feature with filmmaker Geoffrey George, and other special guests. <strong>About JFest</strong> Join us for JFest: An Arts Festival for the JCC Movement – a Jewish Arts festival that offers high quality cultural and educational content delivered to you on Virtual J. JFest transcends boundaries by delivering rich, Jewish cultural arts content on a continental level, online and in-person, and ignites storytelling, building resilience across all our communities. Throughout the year, JFest programs explores three core themes of storytelling: How to Tell Your Story, How Others Tell Our Story, and How History Tells Our Story. Through dynamic programs and partnerships with Artist-Educators from around the world, JFest invites you to tell your own story, and keep us connected even when we’re apart. <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">___________________________________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <em>JFEST <i>is a Signature Program of JCC Association of North America, and</i> an official partner of Jewish American Heritage Month. All programs and events for JFest: An Arts Festival for the JCC Movement are made possible through funds granted by The Covenany Foundation, with additional support from The Pertzik Fund for Arts and Culture. This program is presented in celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month.</em> <em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 166px) 100vw, 166px" srcset="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg 930w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-768x767.jpg 768w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-640x640.jpg 640w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-150x150.jpg 150w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-320x320.jpg 320w" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper"></div>

<strong>Thursday, May 19 at 12:30 pm ET (9:30 am PT) </strong><strong>Presented by The White House Office of Public Engagement </strong><strong>Free, registration required. <a href="https://pitc.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_KrkoE0L1Qpi2eRBijHJIvw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE</a> to register.</strong> &nbsp; <p align="center">In Conversation: Jews &amp; Baseball</p> <p align="center">Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022</p> <p align="center">Time: 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm ET</p> <p align="center"><a title="https://whitehouse.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b999ee4d97253671de1a2d1fa&amp;id=e7054a2dc8&amp;e=ffda0e5f71" contenteditable="false" href="https://whitehouse.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b999ee4d97253671de1a2d1fa&amp;id=e7054a2dc8&amp;e=ffda0e5f71" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">RSVP HERE</a></p> <p align="center">Featuring:</p> <p align="center"><strong>John Thorn</strong></p> <p align="center">Official Historian for Major League Baseball (MLB)</p> <p align="center"><strong>Justine Siegal</strong></p> <p align="center"> First Woman to Coach in Major League Baseball (MLB)</p> <p align="center"><strong>Shawn Green</strong></p> <p align="center">Retired Major League Baseball (MLB) Player</p> <p align="center"><strong>Dr. Misha Galperin</strong></p> <p align="center">President and CEO, Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</p>

&nbsp; <strong>Wednesday, May 18, 2022, 6:30pm - 8:30pm ET</strong> <strong>In Person at the Weitzman</strong> <strong>Weitzman Members Only Free with suggested</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.classy.org/event/members-only-wine-nosh-and-n-a-f-t-u-l-e/e402658/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></strong> <a href="https://www.classy.org/event/members-only-wine-nosh-and-n-a-f-t-u-l-e/e402658/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Registration Required- Click Here</strong></a> Enjoy this teaser! <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/709666284?h=f7e9651e5a" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe> Members of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History are welcomed to join for this exclusive evening of kibbitz, nosh, and the exclusive premiere of a tribute to an American Klezmer legend. When the doors open at 6:30pm, Weitzman members will schmooze on the concourse while enjoying homemade babka as well as wine and champagne. After the schmooze, the event will move into the theater for an exclusive premiere of the show N*A*F*T*U*L*E, which uses original handmade art, live music and narration to tell a story about the American Klezmer legend, Naftule Brandwein. The performance will followed by a Q&amp;A with the artists. <em>In an effort to protect the most vulnerable members of our community we ask that all attendees ages 5 &amp; older present proof of vaccination for COVID-19 upon entering the museum. Attendees will also be required to wear a face covering while in the theater.</em> <strong>What is a Crankie?</strong> A crankie is a scrolled panorama. It is a visual aid to storytelling and song. The crankie itself is a modern term for a very old idea. If you want to imagine the construction of a crankie, think the torah scrolls but with pictures. In its most basic form is a long scroll that provides the visual narration to a story or song. Versions of the crankie have been around for hundreds of years if not longer. Its most recent iteration has a direct link to an 1800s trend of moving panoramas. While these pre-cinema moving pictures all but faded away, in recent years, young artists have begun to embrace the intimacy of the format, using hand cranked (thus crankie) scrolls to slow down the minds of overstimulated audiences. The result is an intimate visual bridge in which to allow the words of a storyteller or singer to connect to an audience. <strong>About the Performance</strong> N*A*F*T*U*L*E In the 1920s’ a virtuoso of the klezmer clarinet went electric. A small part of the story of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naftule_Brandwein" data-auth="NotApplicable">Natfule Brandwein</a>, the eccentric Jewish musical virtuoso who shined bright in the first half of the 20th century. N*A*F*T*U*L*E is a collaboration between visual artist Tine Kinderman, musician Michael Winograd, and Josh Kohn. <strong>About the Artists</strong> <strong>Tine Kindermann</strong> is a visual artist and musician from Berlin, Germany, who has been living and working in New York City since 1993. A figurative artist working in various media, her work, which includes painting, miniature tableaux and dioramas, video and sculpture, has been shown at Stephen Romano Gallery, the Governors Island Art Fair, RePop, Mark Miller Gallery and other galleries in New York City, as well as Neurotitan Gallery and Gallery Kurt im Hirsch in Berlin. Clarinetist <strong>Michael Winograd</strong> lives in Brooklyn, NY.  He is a performer and composer of Klezmer, Eastern European Jewish wedding and celebration music. He performs internationally with his band the Honorable Mentshn, and plays regularly with today's premier klezmer musicians.  Michael has shared the stage with Itzhak Perlman, the Klezmer Conservatory Band, Frank London, Budowitz and countless others.  He is a member of Pneuma Quartet, and co-founded Sandaraa along with Pakistani super star Zeb Bangash.  In 2016 Michael recorded the opening track for Vulfpeck's LP "The Beautiful Game," and has since been a regular guest with them in concert, including a sold out show and live recording at Madison Square Garden in 2019.  Michael is a founder of the Yiddish New York festival, now embarking on it's 6th edition.  He served as Artistic Director of KlezKanada from 2016-2021. <strong>Ira Khonen Temple</strong> is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and embedded cultural organizer. Recent credits include accordionist for Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish, and music director of Indecent at the Weston Playhouse, Great Small Works’ Muntergang and Other Cheerful Downfalls, the Aftselakhis Spectacle Committe Purimshpil, and Zoe Beloff’s Days of the Commune. Ira is a founder of the radical-traditional Yiddish music group Tsibele. <strong>Josh Kohn</strong> is the Associate Director at the Center for Cultural Vibrancy. He first heard of the story of Naftule Brandwein electrocuting himself in front of Meyer Lansky after a performance with Michael Winograd several years ago. Not a day went by where he didn’t dream longingly of seeing that story as a crankie. He worked on this script with the help of Tine, Michael, his wife Marianne, and his three-year-old daughter Golda who, despite the provenance of her name, is not a fan of Naftule Brandwein (yet). &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/711242857?h=84c03da8f0" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> &nbsp; <strong>Monday, May 16, 2022 at 6pm ET</strong> <strong>Registration Required - <a href="https://www.ujafedny.org/ukraine-crisis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Suggested Donation to UJA Crisis in Ukraine Fund</a></strong> <strong>IN PERSON Registration - <a href="https://www.classy.org/event/ukraine-at-war-a-conversation-with-natan-sharansky-and-ambassador-sergiy-kyslytsya/e406689/register/new/select-tickets" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> Center for Jewish History - 15 W 16th Street, New York, NY</strong> <strong>LIVESTREAM Registration - <a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x4F1hVyPT5ynxZY92ye0aQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> Live on Zoom</strong> Ukraine at War is a program designed to inspire critical thinking and responsible analysis. Presented as a signature event of Jewish American Heritage Month, the presentation will create an opportunity for the public to engage with a topic that is at the center of world affairs and on the minds of Jewish Americans across the country. The history and contemporary manifestations of antisemitism underscore our collective commitment to educate and always remember—a responsibility with enduring relevance for Jews and other minority groups who face persecution today. In person attendees will be required to present proof of vaccination for COVID 19 at the door and wear a face mask at all times while inside the building. <strong>More About The Panelists</strong> <strong>Avital Chizhik-Goldschmidt, </strong>a first generation immigrant from Soviet Ukraine, is a journalist living in New York City. Her work has appeared in the Atlantic, New York Times, Foreign Policy, The New Republic, Vox, Vogue, Salon, Glamour, Business Insider, Los Angeles Review of Books, Jewish Review of Books, and Religion &amp; Politics, among others. Avital is an adjunct professor at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism, and does pastoral work alongside her husband Rabbi Benjamin Goldschmidt in Manhattan's Upper East Side. <strong>Mr. Sergiy Kyslytsya— </strong>Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the UN has served in this position since February 2020. Prior to his appointment, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary maintained a distinguished career as a public servant as Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Directorate-general for the United Nations and Other International Organizations of the MFA of Ukraine, Deputy Director-general of the Second Territorial Department, Minister-Counselor of the Embassy of Ukraine in the United States of America, and many other notable roles, including Chair of the National Commission of Ukraine for UNESCO, among others. <strong>Mark B. Levin— </strong>Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, National Coaliltion Supporting Eurasian Jewry, is one of the Jewish community’s leading experts on national and international issues. Mr. Levin received the Order of Merit medal in 2008 from Ukraine President Viktor Yushchenko, and served three times as a Public Member of the U.S. Delegation to meetings of the Organization on Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and as a Public Advisor for the U.S. Delegation to the 2004 Berlin Conference on Anti-Semitism. <b>Natan Sharansky<strong>—</strong></b> born in 1948 in Donetzk, Ukraine and graduated from the Physical Technical Institute in Moscow with a degree in computer science.  After graduating, he became active in the human rights movement led by Andrei Sahkharov and very quickly became internationally known as the spokesperson for the Helsinki movement.  At the same time he applied for an exit visa to Israel, which he was denied for "security reasons".  In 1977, a Soviet newspaper alleged that Mr. Sharansky was collaborating with the CIA.  Despite denials from every level of the U.S. Government, Mr. Sharansky was found guilty and sentenced to thirteen years in prison, including solitary confinement and hard labor.  In the courtroom prior to the announcement of his verdict, Mr. Sharansky in a public statement said: "To the court I have nothing to say – to my wife and the Jewish people I say "Next Year in Jerusalem".  After nine years of imprisonment, due to intense international pressure, Mr. Sharansky was released on February 11, 1986, emigrated to Israel, and arrived in Jerusalem on that very day. Upon his arrival to Israel he became active in the integration of Soviet Jews and formed the Zionist Forum, an umbrella organization of former Soviet activist groups dedicated to helping new Israelis and educating the public about absorption issues. The final chapter of the historic struggle for the release of Soviet Jews was the historic rally of over 250,000 in 1987 during Gorbachev's first visit in Washington of which Natan Sharansky was is the initiator and driving force. In early 1994, he co-founded Peace Watch - an independent non-partisan group committed to monitoring the compliance to agreements signed by Israel and the PLO.  From 1990 to 1996 Mr. Sharansky served as Associate Editor of "The Jerusalem Report". In 1996, ten years after arriving in Israel, Natan Sharansky founded the political party Yisral B’Aliya which means both “Israel on the Rise” and “Israel for Immigration".  The party was established to accelerate the absorption of the massive numbers of Russian immigrants into Israeli society and to maximize their contribution. From 1996-2005 Natan Sharansky served as Minister, as well as Deputy Prime Minister in all of the successive governments. In November 2006 Natan Sharansky resigned from the Israeli Knesset and assumed the position of Chairman of the newly established Adelson Institute for Strategic Studies of the Shalem Center in Jerusalem. Natan Sharansky was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 1986 and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2006. He has continued to lead human rights efforts both through his writings as well as public activities since his release. In June 2009, Natan Sharansky was appointed Chairman of the Executive of the Jewish Agency for Israel. Natan concluded his post at the Jewish Agency in July 2018. <hr /> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">An official program of Jewish American Heritage Month. </span></i> <img class="alignnone wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="173" height="173" /> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Presented in partnership with the Center for Jewish History, Combat Anti-Semitism Movement, National Coalition Supporting Eurasian Jewry, and Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</span></i> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2852 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/CJH.jpg" alt="" width="94" height="94" />  <img class="alignnone wp-image-2707 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/CAM-Logo-1366x544.jpg" alt="" width="236" height="94" />   <img class="alignnone wp-image-1990 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/NCSEJ-logo.jpg" alt="" width="271" height="90" />  <img class="alignnone wp-image-2771 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="445" height="94" />

<div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="NEVER FORGET &amp;ndash; THE AMERICAN JEWISH RESPONSE TO THE REFUGEE CRISIS" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/709598943?h=3c8cb5c800&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <p style="text-align: center;">Originally Aired: Thursday, May 12, 2022, 2:00pm ET <b>Click the Play Button Above to Watch on Demand -</b><a href="https://www.classy.org/event/american-jewish-response-to-the-refugee-crisis/e405773/register/new/select-tickets"> <b>$10 donation suggested</b></a></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">This JAHM event features </span><b>Anne-Marie Grey</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Executive Director and CEO of USA for UNHCR and </span><b>Sloane Davidson, </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">founder and CEO of Hello Neighbor in conversation with </span><b>Juliet Simmons</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, creator of the "What Would You Bring?" Refugee Storytelling Initiative and </span><b>Noam Dromi</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Managing Director of Reboot Studios. Together, They'll explore the ways in which the American Jewish community has taken an active role in refugee resettlement and support services and the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead.</span> <b>About the Panelists</b> <b>Anne-Marie Grey</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is the Executive Director and CEO of USA for UNHCR. Appointed in September 2014 to lead the organization and enhance its programs and resources, Anne-Marie is committed to mobilizing efforts in support of the 82.4 million men, women and children that have been forced to flee their homes around the world.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Prior to joining USA for UNHCR, Anne-Marie worked with UNHCR, Save the Children, UNICEF and Share our Strength in a variety of leadership fundraising and marketing positions. Before returning to the United States, Anne-Marie lived in Australia, where she led marketing and development programs for the National Museum of Australia and held several roles at the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra.</span> <b>Sloane Davidson</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is the Founder and CEO of Hello Neighbor, a nonprofit organization that works to improve the lives of recently resettled refugee families by matching them with dedicated neighbors to guide and support them in their new lives. Prior to starting Hello Neighbor, Sloane worked for fifteen years across the intersection of philanthropy and digital marketing. She has worked with nonprofits, NGOs and for-profit businesses in a wide range of capacities including branding, business development, capacity building, communications, corporate social responsibility partnerships and campaigns, event production and fundraising.</span> <b>Juliet Simmons</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a Creative Producer with a background in marketing and event production. Based in London, she has worked with blue-chip clients around the world and now works across the creative industries with arts organizations and non for profits to help them make good things happen. She volunteers for a centre for refugees and asylum seekers and is a trustee of the Wellspring Project. Her grandfather was a refugee, moving from Vienna to London before the Second World War, and she often wonders what he did bring with him on that journey.</span> <b>Noam Dromi</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is the Managing Director and Executive Producer of Reboot Studios, the content production arm of the arts-and-culture nonprofit Reboot. He is an Emmy® Award-winning veteran writer/producer, marketing executive and digital strategist, specializing in creative content, media production and brand development for entertainment companies, consumer brands and nonprofits. He won the first Primetime Emmy® for VR in 2015 for his work as Producer of the Sleepy Hollow Virtual Reality Experience with the Fox Broadcasting Company. He was nominated again in 2018 for his work as Executive Producer of the AMC digital series The Walking Dead: Red Machete. He is an active member of the WGA, PGA, and Television Academy and serves as an adjunct screenwriting professor in the School of Film and Television at Loyola Marymount University.</span> <hr /> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">An official program of Jewish American Heritage Month. Produced by REBOOT in Partnership with JAHM and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</span></i> <img class="alignnone wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="173" height="173" /> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span> <p style="text-align: left;"></p>

<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Original Broadcast Date: Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 8:00pm - 9:00pm ET</strong> <strong>Click Below to Watch on Demand  - <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/405767/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=uncoveringjewishcollections&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation suggested</a></strong> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/709274834?h=fd8d48d6ad" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <span style="color: #2d2d2d;">Join us for a fascinating conversation on uncovering world-class Jewish collections at public institutions across America. Featuring three leading experts in the field, the conversation will explore Jewish collections at New York Public Library and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The conversation will feature</span><span style="color: #ff0000;"> </span><span style="color: #2d2d2d;">Simona Di Nepi, Charles and Lynn Schusterman Curator of Judaica at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; Dr. Lyudmila Sholokhova, Curator of the Dorot Jewish Collection at New York Public Library; and will be</span><span style="color: #ff0000;"> </span><span style="color: #2d2d2d;">moderated by Michelle Margolis Chesner,  </span><span style="color: #2d2d2d;">the Norman E. Alexander for Jewish Studies at Columbia University and President-Elect of the Association of Jewish Libraries.</span> <strong>About the Panelists</strong> <strong><span class="gmail-il">Michelle</span> <span class="gmail-il">Margolis</span> <span class="gmail-il">Chesner</span></strong> <span class="gmail-il">is</span> <span class="gmail-il">the</span> <span class="gmail-il">Norman</span> <span class="gmail-il">E</span>. <span class="gmail-il">Alexander</span> Librarian for Jewish Studies at Columbia University. She co-directs <i>Footprints: Jewish Books Through Time and Place, </i><span class="gmail-il">is</span> <span class="gmail-il">the</span> creator of "Codex Conquest: Jewish Edition," and has curated various library exhibitions, both physical and virtual. She presently serves as <span class="gmail-il">the</span> Vice President/President-Elect at <span class="gmail-il">the</span> Association of Jewish Libraries. <span class="gmail-il">Michelle</span>'s research includes early Jewish printing and <span class="gmail-il">the</span> history of Judaic collecting and collections, as well as <span class="gmail-il">the</span> intersection of Jewish  Studies and <span class="gmail-il">the</span> digital humanities. <strong>Dr. Lyudmila Sholokhova</strong> is a Curator of the Dorot Jewish Collection at the New York Public Library.  She was the Director of the YIVO Library and Associate Director for External Relations in Eastern Europe and Russia from 2019 till January 2020. She was Head Librarian at the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research from 2011-2016, Acting Chief Archivist from 2013-2016, and Director of the YIVO Archives and Library from 2016 - 2019. From 1994 to 2001, she was a Research Associate at the Judaica Division of the Vernadsky National Library of Ukraine. Dr. Sholokhova is the author of numerous publications on the history of Jewish music and Jewish bibliography. <strong>Simona Di Nepi</strong> is the Charles and Lynn Schusterman Curator of Judaica at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, where she is responsible for building and displaying the collection of Jewish Art. Originally from Rome,  Simona has also studied and worked in London and Tel Aviv for 25 years. She has filled curatorial roles—in both decorative arts and Old Masters—at the Victoria and Albert Museum, The National Gallery, and the Royal Academy of Arts in London, where she cared for permanent collections and curated exhibitions. In Israel, she worked as curator at Anu: the Museum of the Jewish People, Lecturer in Italian Renaissance art at Reichman University(IDC Herzelyia), and Educator at the Nachum Gutman Museum of Art. Simona has published both in the fields of Old Masters and Judaica. <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;">___________________________________________________________________________________________</p> </div> <em>An official program of Jewish American Heritage Month and co-sponsored by the Association of Jewish Libraries</em> <em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 166px) 100vw, 166px" srcset="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg 930w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-768x767.jpg 768w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-640x640.jpg 640w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-150x150.jpg 150w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-320x320.jpg 320w" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper"></div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RjAyl3WY1Dw" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <b>Original Date of Event: </b>Tuesday, May 10 at 1 pm ET <strong>Howard Mortman</strong>’s <em>When Rabbis Bless Congress: The Great American Story of Jewish Prayers on Capitol Hill</em> is an unprecedented examination of 160 years of Jewish prayers delivered in the literal and figurative center of American democracy. With exhaustive research written in approachable prose, it tells the story of more than 400 rabbis giving over 600 prayers since the Civil War days. In this program Mortman will be joined in conversation by <strong>Brian Lamb</strong>, founder and former CEO of C-SPAN. Mortman and Lamb will discuss, and screen specially selected videos of the history from the C-SPAN archives. The two will take questions the audience during the last ten minutes of the program. <strong>About Howard Mortman</strong> Howard Mortman has been C-SPAN’s Communications Director since early 2009.  He directs media outreach, corporate communications, and public relations efforts for the nation’s only public affairs cable television network.  The <em>Washington Post</em> has recognized C-SPAN for its “importance as a means of mass civic education … without any taxpayer money.” The <em>Washington Post</em> has also called C-SPAN "the channel that has achieved cult status among policy geeks." Mortman is responsible for planning and executing the strategic vision for extending the C-SPAN brand and content among traditional and social media.  Critical to this effort is working with the next generation of journalists and new media outlets and platforms. Mortman's first book, <em>When Rabbis Bless Congress: The Great American Story of Jewish Prayers on Capitol Hill" </em>was published in October 2020. It is the first-ever academic and historical examination of a little-known tradition in Congress: opening each session of the House and Senate in prayer. Reporting on the research into rabbis who have prayed in Congress, the <em><a href="https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/washington-secrets/amen-congress-moves-to-keep-god-in-daily-prayer-thwart-atheist-movement" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Washington Examiner calls his project</a></em> "a remarkable history researched by Howard Mortman." <strong>About Brian Lamb</strong> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Brian Lamb is founder of the cable television network C-SPAN. He has been associated with the network since 1977, serving in various position, including CEO and Chairman of the Board. Lamb has been fascinated by Jewish history and Jewish stories throughout his life.</p> <hr /> An official program of <em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 166px) 100vw, 166px" srcset="https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg 930w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-768x767.jpg 768w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-640x640.jpg 640w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-150x150.jpg 150w, https://theweitzman.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03-320x320.jpg 320w" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper"></div>

<div> <strong>Members’ Reopening Preview Weekend</strong> <strong>Friday, May 6 – Sunday, May 8, 2022</strong> <strong>10 am – 5 pm </strong><em>Last entry at 4:30 pm</em> Welcome back! Thank you for your support. Please join us before we reopen to the public for a special weekend exclusively for Members. Be the first to explore our newest special exhibition, “The Future Will Follow The Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz.” Bring as many guests as you would like. You may reserve your tickets in advance if you wish <a href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/WebStore/shop/PassLookup.aspx?CG=TKT&amp;C=MBRTKT&amp;RedirectURL=PassValidation&amp;SalesChannelDetailID=1123" target="_blank" rel="noopener">by clicking here</a>. Tickets are not timed. You may arrive anytime you wish between 10 am and 4:30 pm, as we close at 5 pm. Walk-ins are welcome. Please be prepared to present your membership card in hard copy or on the app. </div> <div> You will be able to renew or join in person upon arrival as well. </div> If you have any questions, please contact Beth at <a href="mailto:bheaney@theweitzman.org">bheaney@theweitzman.org</a>. <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>COVID SAFETY POLICY</strong></p> <div style="text-align: center;">Your health and safety and that of our staff and volunteers are paramount.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for visitors age 5+.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Masking is recommended.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">For theater-style programs such as lectures, performances, film, etc, both proof of vaccination and masking are required.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Any changes in our policy will be updated <a href="https://theweitzman.org/status-update" target="_blank" rel="noopener">on our website here</a>.</div>

<div></div> <strong>Members’ Reopening Preview Weekend </strong><strong>Friday, May 6 – Sunday, May 8, 2022 </strong><strong>10 am – 5 pm </strong><em>Last entry at 4:30 pm</em> <div> Welcome back! Thank you for your support. Please join us before we reopen to the public for a special weekend exclusively for Members. Be the first to explore our newest special exhibition, “The Future Will Follow The Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz.” Bring as many guests as you would like. You may reserve your tickets in advance if you wish <a href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/WebStore/shop/PassLookup.aspx?CG=TKT&amp;C=MBRTKT&amp;RedirectURL=PassValidation&amp;SalesChannelDetailID=1123" target="_blank" rel="noopener">by clicking here</a>. Tickets are not timed. You may arrive anytime you wish between 10 am and 4:30 pm, as we close at 5 pm. </div> <div> Walk-ins are welcome. Please be prepared to present your membership card in hard copy or on the app. You will be able to renew or join in person upon arrival as well. </div> If you have any questions, please contact Beth at <a href="mailto:bheaney@theweitzman.org">bheaney@theweitzman.org</a>. <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>COVID SAFETY POLICY</strong></p> <div style="text-align: center;">Your health and safety and that of our staff and volunteers are paramount.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for visitors age 5+.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Masking is recommended.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">For theater-style programs such as lectures, performances, film, etc, both proof of vaccination and masking are required.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Any changes in our policy will be updated <a href="https://theweitzman.org/status-update" target="_blank" rel="noopener">on our website here</a>.</div>

<div></div> <strong>Members’ Reopening Preview Weekend </strong><strong>Friday, May 6 – Sunday, May 8, 2022 </strong><strong>10 am – 5 pm </strong><em>Last entry at 4:30 pm</em> <div> Welcome back! Thank you for your support. Please join us before we reopen to the public for a special weekend exclusively for Members. Be the first to explore our newest special exhibition, “The Future Will Follow The Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz.” Bring as many guests as you would like. You may reserve your tickets in advance if you wish <a href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/WebStore/shop/PassLookup.aspx?CG=TKT&amp;C=MBRTKT&amp;RedirectURL=PassValidation&amp;SalesChannelDetailID=1123" target="_blank" rel="noopener">by clicking here</a>. Tickets are not timed. You may arrive anytime you wish between 10 am and 4:30 pm, as we close at 5 pm. </div> <div> Walk-ins are welcome. Please be prepared to present your membership card in hard copy or on the app. You will be able to renew or join in person upon arrival as well. </div> If you have any questions, please contact Beth at <a href="mailto:bheaney@theweitzman.org">bheaney@theweitzman.org</a>. <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>COVID SAFETY POLICY</strong></p> <div style="text-align: center;">Your health and safety and that of our staff and volunteers are paramount.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for visitors age 5+.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Masking is recommended.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">For theater-style programs such as lectures, performances, film, etc, both proof of vaccination and masking are required.</div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;">Any changes in our policy will be updated <a href="https://theweitzman.org/status-update" target="_blank" rel="noopener">on our website here</a>.</div>

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Tuesday, April 26, 12 pm - 1:30 pm ET</b> <b>Live on Zoom, $10 GA, Registration Required </b><strong><a href="https://payments.jdc.org/give/386040/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Register</a></strong></p> Holocaust scholarship has generally been critical of the role of American Jewry during the Shoah. Many believe that American Jews could have done much more than they did to save the Jews of Europe. The JDC stands as the great exception to the “knew nothing, did nothing” generalizations. Scholarship shows that it quietly “saved hundreds of thousands of lives in its tireless efforts to rescue Jews from Europe.” A growing body of literature shows that the JDC did not work alone. Others worked clandestinely and behind the scenes, too. Recent scholarship shows that Jews across the United States secretly spied on the German Bund during the 1930s and worked to undermine its pro-Nazi activities. Much has recently appeared concerning individuals and groups, working under the radar, who rescued rabbis, scholars, labor leaders, children, and other Jews, obtaining precious immigration certificates to bring them into the country and settle them without drawing public attention. A Jewish sponsored news service, known as the Overseas News Agency uncovered and disseminated news of the persecution and murder of Jews, that would never have appeared in the general press had their “Jewish origin” been exposed. Further, books on the Jewish Labor Committee and the World Jewish Congress detail how hard they secretly worked to save Europe’s Jews. This scholarship, which will be discussed in this lecture by <strong>Dr. Jonathan Sarna</strong>, points to the need for a full-scale reevaluation of American Jewry’s role in saving Jews and fighting Nazism during the Holocaust years. <strong>About the Speaker </strong><strong>Dr. Jonathan Sarna</strong> is University Professor and the Joseph H. &amp; Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History as well as the Director of the Schusterman Center for Israel Studies at Brandeis University. He is also past president of the Association for Jewish Studies and Chief Historian of the National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia. Jonathan Sarna is a JDC Board member and serves on JDC’s Archives Committee. Dr. Sarna is the author or editor of more than 30 books on American Jewish history and life. <em>His American Judaism: A History</em> (Yale 2004), recently published in a second edition, won the 2004 “Everett Jewish Book of the Year Award” from the Jewish Book Council. His most recent books are <em>Coming to Terms with America </em>(JPS, 2021) and (with Benjamin Shapell) <em>Lincoln and the Jews: A History</em> (St. Martin’s, 2015). <strong>Questions </strong>For any technical issues, please contact Isabelle Rohr - Isabellero@jdc.org. _________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is co-sponsored by the JDC Archives, JDC Ambassadors and The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> <em>The JDC Archives houses one of the world’s most significant collections of modern Jewish history.  Comprising the organizational records of JDC, the world’s leading Jewish humanitarian organization, the archives’ rich text, photograph, and audio-visual collections document JDC activity in over 90 countries from 1914 to the present.  To learn more, please visit <a href="https://archives.jdc.org/">https://archives.jdc.org/</a></em> <em>JDC Ambassadors are individuals and families supporting Jewish humanitarian aid worldwide by making a meaningful, annual gift. For more information, contact <a href="mailto:ambassadors@JDC.org">ambassadors@JDC.org</a></em> <em>The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is the only museum in the nation dedicated to exploring and interpreting 360+ years of Jewish life in America. Through educational programs and experiences, the Museum seeks to connect Jews more closely to their heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American experience and the freedoms to which all Americans aspire. NMAJH.org</em>

<b>Sunday, March 27, 1:00 pm - 2:30pm ET</b> <b>Free on Zoom <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-golden-age-of-sefarad-and-the-abraham-accords-tickets-292366324547?aff=erelexpmlt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Register</a></b> <div class="g-group l-mar-bot-6 l-sm-mar-bot-4"> <div class="structured-content g-cell g-cell-10-12 g-cell-md-1-1"> <div class="has-user-generated-content" data-automation="about-this-event-sc"> <div class="structured-content-rich-text structured-content__module l-align-left l-mar-vert-6 l-sm-mar-vert-4 text-body-medium"> <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> Join for this global online event which celebrates and connects the growing rapprochement between Israel and Arab countries taking place today, with the medieval Golden Age of Spain, highlighting the timeless benefits of peaceful tolerance and coexistence between Jews, Muslims, and Christians. <h3><strong>The Program</strong></h3> <strong>Introduction:</strong> <strong>Mr. Michael Steinberger </strong>- CEO &amp; Founder of Jewish Heritage Alliance. <strong>Dr. Isaac Amon</strong> - Descendant of Moses Amon, Jewish physician to Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. He is an attorney and counselor at law who is Director of Academic Research &amp; Program Development at Jewish Heritage Alliance. <strong>Moderator / Master of Ceremonies:</strong> <strong>Ms. Fleur Hassan-Nahoum </strong>-<strong> </strong>Our Moderator is the Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem in charge of foreign relations, economic development, and tourism. She is also Co-Founder of the UAE-Israel Business Council and the Founder of the Gulf-Israel Women’s Forum. <strong>Welcome Remarks:</strong> <strong>Mr. Yaakov Hagoel </strong>-<strong> </strong>Chairman of the Executive of the World Zionist Organization. Since July 2021, he has been Acting Chairman of the Executive of The Jewish Agency for Israel. Between 2015 - 2020, he served as the Vice Chairman of the WZO. <strong>Opening Remarks:</strong> <strong>His Excellency Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi</strong> - As a prominent advocate of Global Peace, Tolerance, and Coexistence, he serves as first Chairman of the International Steering Board of Hedayah, The International Center of Excellence for Countering Violent Extremism based in Abu Dhabi. He also founded and currently Chairs the World Council of Muslim Communities and was the first Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Elders. <strong>Opening Statements:</strong> <strong>His Excellency Gilad Erdan</strong> -<strong> </strong>Ambassador of Israel to the United Nations since 2020. He has previously served as a member of the Knesset, Minister of Strategic Affairs, Minister of Public Security, and Ambassador to the United States. <strong>His Excellency Bishop Paul Hinder </strong>–<strong> O.F.M Cap. </strong>– Vicar Apostolic of the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia and Apostolic Administrator of the Vicariate of Northern Arabia. He holds many roles, including as consultor to the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue. <strong>PANEL DISCUSSION:</strong> <strong>Rabbi Dr. Elie Abadie </strong>-<strong> </strong>Our Guest of Honor is the Senior Rabbi of the Jewish Council of the Emirates, Rabbi of the Association of Gulf Jewish Communities (AGJC), and Chairman of the Council of Sephardic Sages. He served as Founding Rabbi of the Edmond J. Safra Synagogue in NYC. He comes from a long and distinguished rabbinical lineage dating back to fifteenth century Spain and Provence. <strong>The Honorable David Friedman </strong>- Ambassador of the United States to Israel from 2017-2021. During his term, he played a formative role in the negotiations and implementation of the Abraham Accords. He also led the efforts of the United States to move its Embassy to Jerusalem and to recognize Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights. <strong>His Excellency Ahmed Obaid Al Mansoori</strong> - Founder of the “Crossroads of Civilizations Museum” in Dubai, which aims to promote multi-culturalism, tolerance, and positive co-existence. It is the first museum accessible in the Hebrew language in the city and includes in its collection historical Jewish artifacts of the Middle East. <strong>His Excellency Dr. Shaikh Khalid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa </strong>- Chairman of the Board of Trustees of The King Hamad Global Centre for Peaceful Coexistence in Bahrain. He also serves as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Executive Director of Isa Cultural Centre. For his efforts in promoting cultural diversity and interreligious dialogue, he received the 2018 Mediterranean Prize for Culture and Peace. <strong>Closing Remarks:</strong> <strong>Mr. Michael Steinberger</strong> - CEO &amp; Founder of Jewish Heritage Alliance. </div> </div> </div> ______________________________________________________________________________ <aside>Program Partners: <a href="https://www.anumuseum.org.il/?fbclid=IwAR0bAziTZkBQKjc_KcNBkjB3r59wizFv_HVRHRXsfpwpO0IUm8odhRDW8lQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ANU Museum of the Jewish People</a>, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</a>, <a href="https://cryptojews.com/?fbclid=IwAR2Yf-JBIKlunJXGGjEWug5KGlAeWIAv997bgjKECGO_BY6Xab9eti1F1UA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the Society for Crypto-Judaic Studies</a>, <a href="https://instituteofjewishexperience.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the American Sephardi Federation’s Institute of Jewish Experience</a>, <a href="https://www.jlcweb.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the Jewish Learning Channel</a>,  <a href="https://fundacionhispanojudia.org/?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Fundación HispanoJudía</a>, <a href="https://www.ejcc.eu/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">EJCC European Jewish Community Center,</a> <a href="https://www.brandeis.edu/hbi/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hadassah-Brandeis Institute</a> , <a href="https://kulanu.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kulanu</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReconectarEng/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Reconectar. </a></aside><aside></aside>Program Co-Sponsors: </div> <div> <div class="page" title="Page 3"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> The Dr. M. Lee Pearce Chair in Middle East Peace Studies at the University of Miami, the Sue and Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies and the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies, University of Miami. </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/692047335?h=d530334618" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Tuesday, March 15 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=PersianJewishMusic&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton">$10 Donation</a></b></p> &nbsp; What is Persian Jewish Music? In this program <strong>Dr. Galeet Dardashti</strong> will help us explore some of Judeo-Persian musical traditions through both recorded and live music examples. Her grandfather, Younes Dardashti, was one of the most famous singers of Persian classical music in Iran and her grandmother’s family came from Hamadan, modern day Shushan, the ancient Persian city where the story of Purim unfolded. Galeet's family history and her own artistic work will be central to this pre-Purim session. <strong>More about Dr. Dardashti</strong> As the granddaughter of Younes Dardashti, the most renowned singer of Persian classical music in Iran in his day, and daughter of highly esteemed cantor Farid Dardashti, Middle Eastern vocalist and composer Galeet Dardashti is the first woman in her family to continue her family tradition of distinguished Persian and Jewish musicianship. After performing in the US and Canada with The Dardashti Family from her childhood into her teenage years, Dardashti began her own independent musical pursuits. She has performed as a soloist both throughout the US and Israel, including significant cantorial work. Her newest performance, <em><strong><a href="http://galeetdardashti.com/calendar.php">Monajat</a></strong></em>, is inspired by the poetic prayers of Selihot, recited during the month preceding Jewish New Year. It is a time-specific concert and program that takes place during a period of deep reflection and spiritual preparation. In the project, she re-imagines the Selihot ritual in collaboration with an acclaimed ensemble of musicians, an electronic soundscape, and dynamic live video art. <strong>Monajat</strong> is a Persian word meaning an intimate dialogue with the Divine. Using Persian melodies and Hebrew texts, the work pays homage to her grandfather. She performs some of the Persian piyutim (liturgical songs) traditionally chanted as part of the Selihot service, as well as other liturgical and non-liturgical Hebrew and Persian poetry set to new music. Through electronics, she defies time and performs with her grandfather. As leader and vocalist of the edgy all-female Mizrahi band <a href="http://galeetdardashti.com/divahn.php">Divahn</a>, Dardashti’s “sultry delivery spans international styles and clings to listeners long after the last round of applause” (Jerusalem Report). Her acoustic/electronic solo project <a href="http://galeetdardashti.com/naming.php">The Naming</a>, supported by a Six Points Fellowship and a Hadassah-Brandeis Institute Fellowship, draws inspiration from the musical and cultural landscapes of the Middle East and some of the provocative yet unsung Biblical women who lived there. The Huffington Post calls the album "<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/derek-beres/global-beat-fusion-roots_b_680410.html">a heart-stopping effort</a>." The Naming <a href="http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/galeetdardashti">album</a> launched in September 2010. Galeet also pursues her passion for Jewish music and culture as an anthropologist. She holds a Ph.D. in anthropology, specializing in cultural politics and contemporary Middle Eastern/Arab music in Israel. She is currently Assistant Professor of Jewish Music and Musician-in-Residence at the Jewish Theological Seminary, and she has published widely on her work. She offers residencies, lectures, and workshops on her artistic and academic work.

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/686540027?h=2d8309423e" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Tuesday, March 8 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free on Zoom with Suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=NefeshMountain&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton">$10 Donation</a> To Register - <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdumuqDMvGNcDm7VcQP4uEPB_QiVpTaej" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>“To us, sparrows represent a small but mighty voice. That’s why we chose to name the album for them—they’re often overlooked, but they’re beautiful and everywhere.” - Doni Zasloff, Nefesh Mountain</strong></p> Join us for an evening of music performed by the wildly talented group, <strong>Nefesh Mountain.</strong> Fresh off of their debut performance at The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee, bandleaders <strong>Doni Zasloff</strong> and <strong>Eric Lindberg</strong> will perform as a duo from their studio in northern New Jersey. Zasloff and Lindberg will fill the evening with beautiful music rooted at the crossroads of Jewish spirituality and the roots of American roots. The duo will also talk about what it's like being Jewish on the American Roots music scene today, share stories from life on the road and take questions from those in attendance. <strong>About Nefesh Mountain</strong> <p class="">Since their arrival on the scene in 2015, Nefesh Mountain has been hailed as one of today’s formative boundary pushing Bluegrass/Americana bands. They’re among the first to truly give voice and openly represent Jewish American culture, tradition, values and spirituality in the world of American roots music. In a testament to the unbridled imagination and extraordinary grace of their musicianship, each track on Songs for the Sparrows ineffably evokes the sensation of roaming through the unknown. True to the album’s spirit of loving inclusivity, Lindberg and Zasloff, have created an elegantly wayward sound by melding elements of everything from Americana and Appalachian bluegrass to Celtic folk and Eastern European music. Not only a reflection of their vast musical knowledge, that open-hearted embracing of so many eclectic genres also speaks to the joyful curiosity that animates every aspect of their artistry.</p> <p class="">Writing thirteen of the fourteen tracks, the duo looked back on a life-changing trip to Eastern Europe in 2018. “We tracked down the towns where our families are from, and it was devastating to see the destruction of the Holocaust firsthand, and to know that we’re not so far removed from that time,” says Lindberg. “” ‘Songs For The Sparrows’ ultimately came from that experience, and from thinking about the many groups of people who are horribly discriminated against in the U.S.” Zasloff adds: “To us, sparrows represent a small but mighty voice. That’s why we chose to name the album for them—they’re often overlooked, but they’re beautiful and everywhere.”</p> ______________________________________________________________________ <em>The "<a href="https://www.nmajh.org/countrymusic/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jews and Country Music</a>" series is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Ashkenaz Festival.</em> <strong>You may also be interested in....</strong> February 15- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/suiting-the-sound-22/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Suiting the Sound: The Jewish Rodeo Tailors of Country Music</a> February 22- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/mark-rubin-concert/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Rubin: Jew of Oklahoma</a> March 1- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/judaism-and-country-music/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Torah of Country Music with Joe Buchanan and Rabbi Sandra Lawson</a>

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday, March 6 at 4 pm - 5 pm ET</b> <b>Free Admission, Limited Space, Registration Required To Register - <a href="https://secure.jewishlearningventure.org/eventReg.jsp?event=2707&amp;" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></b></p> Celebrate Purim with <strong>jkidPRIDE</strong> queer families! We’ll hang out by the fire outside, hear a queer-themed kid’s Purim book (yes, there is such a thing!), and do a craft together. <strong>Location: </strong>A restaurant in Bala Cynwyd, Philadelphia (an outdoor, heated space); register for the exact address <strong>Cost:  </strong>Pay for your food (optional) <strong>Recommended Ages:</strong> All ages <strong>Questions:</strong> contact <a href="mailto:rmatthews@jewishlearningventure.org">Robin Matthews</a> <strong>Accommodations</strong>: Thanks to a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, we are able to provide accommodations for any child or family member with a disability to attend jkidphilly events. If you need an accommodation such as an ASL interpreter, a sensory toolbox, or even behavior support for your child, or if you have questions about the accessibility of any program or venue, please note so on our form or contact us. In most cases, our staff will need two weeks’ notice to provide accommodations, but we will do our best to meet your needs on any timeframe. <strong>Covid Policy: </strong>For our in-person events, we’ll work together to take care of our community by: <ul> <li><strong>Wearing masks</strong> (all attendees 2 and up) at in-person events regardless of vaccination status;</li> <li><strong>Registering in advance</strong> to assure that we have room to socially distance (limited to 20 families); and</li> <li><strong>Staying at home</strong> if anyone in the family has cold, cough, fever, or other symptoms, or has been exposed to anyone with Covid-19.</li> </ul> <h2 class="fusion-responsive-typography-calculated" data-fontsize="21" data-lineheight="31.5px"><a href="https://secure.jewishlearningventure.org/eventReg.jsp?event=2707&amp;"><strong>Click here to register!</strong></a></h2> <em>Pre-registration is required. Please register everyone, including both children and adults, who plan to attend.</em>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/683988741?h=297d8f4722" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <b>Tuesday, March 1 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free on Zoom with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JudaismandCountryMusic&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton">$10 donation</a></b> <strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7G9MHc_sSW-SLSD6Gn3zKQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Register</a></strong> Jewish Americana artist and Texas native <strong>Joe Buchanan</strong> has spent the last nine years finding his voice in the history, Torah and values of the Jewish People. Over the last decade Buchanan's journey into Judaism has sent him touring across the United States, leading an original Shabbat service, playing concerts, and facilitating a workshop called "Choosing to be Chosen" which is based around his conversion to Judaism and "the reasons why so many are coming home". In this online program <strong>Rabbi Sandra Lawson</strong> will sit down with Buchanan to talk about their shared love for Judaism and Country music. Lawson will ask Buchanan about his music, his work as a spiritual leader, the challenges he's faced along the way and much more. This program will also feature several musical demonstrations and live performances from Joe Buchanan. <strong>About the Speakers</strong> <a href="https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/profile/rabbi-sandra-lawson" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Rabbi Sandra Lawson </strong></a>is a Rabbi, activist, and the Inaugural Director of Diversity Equity and Inclusion with Reconstructing Judaism. A Texas native, <a href="https://www.joebuchananmusic.com/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Joe Buchanan</strong></a> makes Jewish Americana music. Grounded in the idea that there is always room at the table, Joe's music highlights the values, Torah, and history of the Jewish people to deliver stories steeped in the struggle and triumph of the human spirit, all while praising Gd for the goodness in life. Read more about Joe in <strong><a href="https://texashighways.com/culture/people/the-cowboy-spirit-is-a-way-of-life-for-these-texas-jews/">this recently published article</a></strong> about Jews from Texas. ______________________________________________________________________ <em>The "<a href="https://www.nmajh.org/countrymusic/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jews and Country Music</a>" series is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Ashkenaz Festival. The "Torah of Country Music" episode is also presented in partnership with Reconstructing Judaism.</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2043" src="https://nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/ReconJudaism_LogoTagline_RGB_MED.png" alt="" width="256" height="82" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1628" src="https://nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/AshkenazLogo.jpg" alt="" width="131" height="71" /> <strong>You may also be interested in....</strong> February 15- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/suiting-the-sound-22/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Suiting the Sound: The Jewish Rodeo Tailors of Country Music</a> February 22- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/mark-rubin-concert/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Rubin: Jew of Oklahoma</a> March 8- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/nefesh-mountain/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nefesh Mountain(duo)</a>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/681015709?h=fa3acaac57" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Tuesday, February 22 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free with Suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JewofOklahoma&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton">$10 Donation</a></b></p> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>"In every Shtetl it's good have to have<em> </em>somebody big enough and mean enough to fight off the Cossacks. If I have a role in our musical community I like to see myself that way." - Mark Rubin</strong></p> Join us for an evening of music performed by one of the great American Jewish musicians of our time. The Oklahoma-born, Texas-reared,  New Orleans residing, multi-instrumentalist <strong>Mark Rubin</strong> is an unabashed Southern Jew, known equally for his muscular musicianship and larger-than-life persona. In this interactive program, Rubin will be joined by Chip Wilson (guitar) and Michael Ward-Bergeman (accordion). Together the trio will share music from Rubin's new album, <strong>The Triumph of Assimilation</strong>. <strong>About Mark Rubin</strong> Over an accomplished 30+ year career, Rubin has accompanied or produced a virtual who's-who of American traditional music, while straddling numerous musical genres, including Country, Western Swing, Bluegrass, Tex-Mex, Polka, Klezmer, Roma, and More. He is perhaps best known for co-founding the notorious proto-Americana band Bad Livers, though his more recent work as a first call tuba and bass player in the klezmer music scene has now earned him equivalent notoriety. His credits in the Jewish music world include long time collaborations with Frank London's Klezmer Brass All-Stars, The Other Europeans, and Andy Statman, as well as two decades on faculty at KlezKamp. He has been a featured performer and instructor with multiple appearances at Yiddish Summer Weimar, KlezFest London, KlezMore Vienna, Klezmer Festival Furth, Festival of Jewish Culture Krakow and more. Jews of Oklahoma debuted as a special feature at Toronto's Ashkenaz Festival in 2016. Today he lives and works as a professional musician in New Orleans and makes a study of the musical traditions and cultures of Southern Louisiana. He recently took a position at the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience where he jokingly describes his position as "living exhibition". ______________________________________________________________________ <em>The "<a href="https://www.nmajh.org/countrymusic/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jews and Country Music</a>" series is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Ashkenaz Festival.</em> <strong>You may also be interested in....</strong> February 15- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/suiting-the-sound-22/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Suiting the Sound: The Jewish Rodeo Tailors of Country Music</a> March 1- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/judaism-and-country-music/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Torah of Country Music with Joe Buchanan and Rabbi Sandra Lawson</a> March 8- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/nefesh-mountain/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nefesh Mountain(duo)</a> &nbsp;

<b>Sunday, February 20, 1:00 pm - 2:30pm ET</b> <b>Free on Zoom </b><b>Registration Link - <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sefarad-hiding-in-plain-sight-tickets-265641820837" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a></b> <div class="g-group l-mar-bot-6 l-sm-mar-bot-4"> <div class="structured-content g-cell g-cell-10-12 g-cell-md-1-1"> <div class="has-user-generated-content" data-automation="about-this-event-sc"> <div class="structured-content-rich-text structured-content__module l-align-left l-mar-vert-6 l-sm-mar-vert-4 text-body-medium"> By the end of the 15th century, the Kingdom of Spain was unified under Ferdinand and Isabella. Their growing empire encompassed parts of the Mediterranean, including Southern Italy, Sardinia, and Sicily. These areas – with ancient Jewish communities dating to Roman times – were deeply affected by the 1492 Edict of Expulsion and the phenomenon of Crypto-Judaism. Speaking directly from her mountain village in Calabria in southern Italy, the “toe” of the Italian “boot,” will be Rabbi Barbara Aiello, a descendant of Sefardic Jews from Toledo, Spain. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Rabbi Barbara made her way to the Calabrian mountains in search of her family’s heritage. What began as a personal journey to share her family story of Crypto-Jewish observance and survival with the people of Calabria soon became her life’s work. In 2004, Rabbi Barbara was appointed Italy’s first female rabbi and she continues to serve as a modern, liberal rabbi who lives and works in Italy. In this webinar, she will share stories about Jewish life in the south of Italy, the arrival of Sefardic Jews in 1492, and the generational impact of the Spanish Inquisition. As was true for crypto-Jews everywhere, Jewish rites and rituals in this region of Italy were practiced for centuries, often by hiding in plain sight. Rabbi Barbara has made it her mission to return to the birthplace of her ancestors and to offer Bnei Anusim (descendants of Jews forced to convert to Catholicism) the opportunity to reconnect with their lost Jewish roots at Sinagoga Ner Tamid del Sud, the first active synagogue in Calabria in over 500 years. Joining her in this webinar will be Angela Yael Amato who will share her personal journey of discovery. As a concert violinist, Angela will play an ancient Ladino melody that exemplifies the strength of the B’nei Anusim of southern Italy and their determination to reclaim their Jewish identity. <strong>Opening Remarks:</strong> <strong>Michael Steinberger</strong>, CEO &amp; Founder of Jewish Heritage Alliance. <strong>Program Introduction:</strong> <strong>Dr. Isaac Amon</strong>, a descendant of Sefarad, is an attorney and counselor at law and JHA Director, Academic &amp; Program Development. Isaac graduated summa cum laude with “Highest Honors” in History for his thesis on the Spanish Inquisition and worked at the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague. He has visited execution sites and torture chambers of the Inquisition as well as Nazi death camps. At the onset of the global pandemic, he was in the Iberian Peninsula researching the Iberian Inquisition. <strong>Moderator:</strong> <strong>Rabbi Barbara </strong>is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania where she received the Distinguished Alumni Award.  She holds a MS from The George Washington University in Washington DC and received rabbinic ordination from The Rabbinical Seminary International and the Rabbinical Academy in New York City. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Rabbi Barbara made her way to the Calabrian mountains where she was appointed Italy’s first female Rabbi serving congregation Ner Tamid del Sud (the Eternal Light of the South), the first active synagogue in Calabria in 500 years since Inquisition times. In 2017 the synagogue was recognized as a member of the Reconstructionist Jewish movement and welcomes Jews of all backgrounds including crypto Jewish Italians who are discovering and embracing their Jewish roots. She is a founder of the Italian Jewish Cultural Center of Calabria, a pioneering society designed to bring recognition to the lost and hidden Jewish communities in southern Italy. <strong>Guest Speakers:</strong> <strong>Professor Angela Yael Amato </strong>is a member of the Board of Directors, Sinagoga Ner Tamid del Sud. She is an accomplished professional violinist holding a master’s degree in music education from London’s acclaimed Institute of Higher Education. Professor Amato is a descendant of Bnei Anusim who combines teaching and performing to create magic in venues all over Europe. Professor Amato has spoken and written extensively about her family history and the plight of southern Italy’s Bnei Anusim. - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTE: Question and answer session will follow the presentation for those who wish to stay on. ______________________________________________________________________________ <aside>This program is being presented by <a href="https://jewishheritagealliance.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Jewish Heritage Alliance</a> in partnership with <a href="https://www.anumuseum.org.il/?fbclid=IwAR0bAziTZkBQKjc_KcNBkjB3r59wizFv_HVRHRXsfpwpO0IUm8odhRDW8lQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ANU Museum of the Jewish People</a>,<a href="https://www.nmajh.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</a>, <a href="https://cryptojews.com/?fbclid=IwAR2Yf-JBIKlunJXGGjEWug5KGlAeWIAv997bgjKECGO_BY6Xab9eti1F1UA" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the Society for Crypto-Judaic Studies</a>, <a href="https://instituteofjewishexperience.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the American Sephardi Federation’s Institute of Jewish Experience</a>, <a href="https://fundacionhispanojudia.org/?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Fundación HispanoJudía</a>, <a href="https://www.ejcc.eu/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">EJCC European Jewish Community Center,</a> <a href="https://millercenter.miami.edu/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">University of Miami (Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies </a>and the<a href="https://judaicstudies.as.miami.edu/index.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies)</a>, <a href="https://www.jlcweb.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">the Jewish Learning Channel</a>, <a href="https://www.brandeis.edu/hbi/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hadassah-Brandeis Institute</a> , <a href="https://kulanu.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kulanu</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ReconectarEng/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Reconectar</a></aside></div> </div> </div> </div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/677978132?h=fc1018fe77" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <strong>Tuesday, February 15 at 8 pm ET</strong> <b>Free on Zoom with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SuitingtheSound&amp;c_src2=EventPageLink" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a> <a href="https://vimeo.com/677978132" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to watch the program</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Ablaze with vibrant colors and sparkling with rhinestones, country music performers have been lighting up stages and turning heads in spectacular, custom-designed Western wear since the late 1940s. In this program, we'll explore the lives and work of the three most influential of the pioneering rodeo tailors, Bernard "Rodeo Ben" Lichtenstein, Nathan Turk, and Nudie Cohn. Each of these three rodeo tailors were born to Jewish families and immigrated to the United States in the early 1900's. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us to learn more about this interesting slice of American Jewish and Country Music history, listen in on good conversation between curators, and soak up insights (and a little music) from a country music legend. </span> <b>Program</b> <b>Jewish Mass Migration from Eastern Europe to the U.S.</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><b>Josh Perelman, PhD</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Chief Curator and Director of Exhibitions &amp; Interpretation, Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History</span> <b>Western Wear and Trailblazing Rodeo Tailors</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><b>Mick Buck</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Chief Curator, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum </span> <b>Conversation with the Curators</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Featuring conversation with and music from special guest </span><b>Ray Benson</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">, nine-time Grammy-winning co-founder and bandleader of the legendary band </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Asleep at the Wheel </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">and</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">the</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">self-proclaimed "Tallest Jew in Country Music".</span> ________________________________________________ <em>This program is produced in partnership with The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.</em> <em>The "<a href="https://www.nmajh.org/countrymusic/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jews and Country Music</a>" series is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with the Ashkenaz Festival.</em> <strong>You may also be interested in....</strong> February 22- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/mark-rubin-concert/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Rubin: Jew of Oklahoma</a> March 1- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/judaism-and-country-music/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Torah of Country Music with Joe Buchanan and Rabbi Sandra Lawson</a> March 8- <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/nefesh-mountain/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nefesh Mountain(duo)</a>

<b>Sunday, January 30, 1:00 pm - 2:30pm ET</b> <b>Free on Zoom </b><b>Registration Required - <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sefarad-hidden-legacies-uncovered-tickets-242500785377?aff=erelexpmlt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></b> <div class="g-group l-mar-bot-6 l-sm-mar-bot-4"> <div class="structured-content g-cell g-cell-10-12 g-cell-md-1-1"> <div class="has-user-generated-content" data-automation="about-this-event-sc"> <div class="structured-content-rich-text structured-content__module l-align-left l-mar-vert-6 l-sm-mar-vert-4 text-body-medium"> On January 30, 2022, <strong>Jewish Heritage Alliance and their participating co-hosting partners will present “Sefarad: Hidden Legacies Uncovered”</strong>, a webinar that will explore the unfolding drama endured by the crypto-Jews, those that were forced to convert to Catholicism during years of persecution and massacres. Jewish life in Spain came to an end with the 1492 Edict of Expulsion. Jews were ordered to depart the country where their ancestors had lived for centuries or convert to Christianity. Confronted by this harrowing choice, some escaped into Portugal, others converted to stay, and many fled the Iberian Peninsula for North Africa and the Ottoman Empire. At this same time, Columbus famously “sailed the ocean blue.” One of the lesser-known aspects of his voyage is that it was navigated with instruments created by Jews and funded and accompanied by crypto-Jews. Prominent among this group was Luis de Torres, the translator on the voyage, who bears the distinction of being one of the first Jews in the New World. <strong>This webinar will host a conversation focusing on the journey of those who chose to keep their identity secret and the consequences their decisions produced.</strong> Our speakers will take us on a journey across the generations so you may learn how this crypto-Jewish identity has been understood in the Americas, including in the present day. We will explore these legacies of Sefarad through the lens of history, literature, and music. <em>Opening Remarks:</em> <strong>Mr. Michael Steinberger</strong>, CEO &amp; Founder of Jewish Heritage Alliance. <em>Program Introduction:</em> <strong>Dr. Isaac Amon</strong>, a descendant of Sefarad, is an attorney and counselor at law and JHA Director, Academic &amp; Program Development. Isaac graduated summa cum laude with “Highest Honors” in History for his thesis on the Spanish Inquisition and worked at the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague. He has visited execution sites and torture chambers of the Inquisition as well as Nazi death camps. At the onset of the global pandemic, he was in the Iberian Peninsula researching the Iberian Inquisition. <em>Moderator:</em> <strong>Dr. Dalia Wassner, Ph.D.</strong> is the Director of the Project on Latin American Jewish &amp; Gender Studies at the Hadassah-Brandeis Institute of Brandeis University. She holds a PhD in history from Northeastern University, an MPhil in Jewish studies from the Jewish Theological Seminary of New York, and MAs in history and Latin American studies from Stanford University. She has been an active participant at the HBI since 2012 as a Scholar-in-Residence, Research Associate, and Gilda Slifka Internship Program mentor. Since 2015 Dalia Wassner has taught Latin American Jewish history at Brandeis in the Near Eastern &amp; Judaic Studies Department and Latin American &amp; Latino Studies Program. She has also developed courses in Women’s studies, Latin American studies, and Jewish studies, most recently at Emerson College, Boston University, and Brandeis University. <em>Guest Speakers:</em> <strong>Ms. Mary Morris</strong> is the author of sixteen books, including the novel, Gateway to the Moon, three collections of short stories. Her stories and essays have appeared in publications such as “The Atlantic,” “The Paris Review,” and “The New York Times”. The idea for Gateway to the Moon began over thirty years ago when Morris lived in the Southwest and became aware of the crypto-Jew of New Mexico. <strong>Ms. Susana Behar</strong> was born in Havana to a Cuban Jewish family and was surrounded with Cuban music but also traditional Sephardic music of her Turkish grandparents. While living in Venezuela, she began to pursue her passion for Jewish music while also exploring her love of Latin American folk songs. ______________________________________________________________________________ <aside><em>This program is presented by Jewish Heritage Alliance in partnership with ANU Museum of the Jewish People, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the Society for Crypto-Judaic Studies, the American Sephardi Federation’s Institute of Jewish Experience, Fundación HispanoJudía, EJCC European Jewish Community Center, University of Miami (Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies and the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies), the Jewish Learning Channel, Hadassah-Brandeis Institute , Kulanu and Reconectar</em></aside></div> </div> </div> </div>

Thursday, January 27, 2022 10:00 am ET Free, Online, <a href="https://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/Echoes-in-Ink-A-Liberation-Day-Reading-of-Short-Stories-From-the-Holocaust?_ga=2.76962513.513234181.1641487440-1266950408.1639586275" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Registration Required</a> In the aftermath of the Holocaust, many Jewish writers turned to pen and paper to reckon with the enormity of their loss. The stories they wrote—both fiction and nonfiction—bring to life the darkest moments of human history at the same time as they remind us of the human capacity for renewal and regeneration. On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, join the Museum of Jewish Heritage and the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History for a reading of three such short stories:<strong> “The Road of No Return” by Rachel Häring Korn</strong> read by Jackie Hoffman,<strong> “The Shawl” by Cynthia Ozick </strong>read by Mili Avital, and <strong>“</strong><strong>A Wedding in Brownsville” by Isaac Bashevis Singer </strong>read by Eleanor Reissa. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> The event will stream live on Zoom. <a href="https://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/tickets?tab=2&amp;txobjid=8b9b5dad-6afc-4dd1-87ee-0bdb1ef61e1e&amp;_ga=2.140857659.883524982.1615567640-1815015153.1610052315" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Registration is Required.</a> The program will premiere at 10 am ET and be available all day. <em>The recording will not be available after January 27, 2022. </em> ________________________________________________ <em>This "Echos in Ink" program is presented by the Museum of Jewish Heritage in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em> <img class="wp-image-1715 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MJH-post20th_Logo-k-4c-1366x527.png" alt="" width="304" height="117" /> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone wp-image-2441" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Weitzman-NMAJH-Logo-Full-Color-1366x289.png" alt="" width="401" height="85" /></p>

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 11:00 am ET on Zoom Registration Required - <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h0HZi0TxRtGEonmDancl8w" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click Here</a> In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day and in celebration of these incredible community leaders and the 43rd anniversary of their Righteous Among the Nations designation, the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), in partnership with the National Hellenic Society, and the Hellenic American Women's Council, will host a virtual reception honoring Loukas Karrer and Dimitrios Chrysostomos. During the Greek Presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA), this educational event will highlight the history of Hellenic-Jewish relations and the importance of strengthening those bonds in facing antisemitism. During the Greek IHRA presidency, recognizing past leaders who confronted antisemitism in its most extreme form will help inspire a new generation of civic and religious leaders to similarly confront antisemitism and other forms of hate. <strong>More about the Event</strong> <div id="lp-pom-text-50" class="lp-element lp-pom-text nlh"> On the island of Zakynthos off the coast of mainland Greece, 275 Jews lived prior to the outbreak of World War II. Nazi forces arrived in Zakynthos on September 9th, 1943 and demanded a complete list of the island’s Jews from Mayor Loukas Karrer. Unsure of how to proceed, Karrer turned to the leader of the Greek Orthodox Church on the island, Metropolitan Dimitrios Chrysostomos, for assistance. Metropolitan Chrysostomos assured Karrer that he would negotiate with the Nazis and ensure the protection of the Jewish community of Zakynthos. </div> <div id="lp-pom-text-51" class="lp-element lp-pom-text nlh"> Hesitating for months, by 1944, the Nazis confronted Mayor Karrer at gunpoint to forfeit the names and locations of Zakynthos’ Jews. At this, Metropolitan Chrysostomos handed the island’s Nazi leadership a list of the island’s Jews with two names on it: Loukas Karrer and Dimitrios Chrysostomos. The two leaders then mobilized the island’s citizens to hide all of the town’s Jewish people in rural villages, allowing them to escape deportation. While more than 80% of Greek Jews were killed during the Holocaust, the entire Jewish community of Zakynthos was saved. Loukas Karrer and Dimitrios Chrysostomos were honored with the title of Righteous Among the Nations by Yad Vashem for saving their island’s Jewish community in 1977. <strong>More on the Speakers - <a href="https://greece.combatantisemitism.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a></strong> </div> ________________________________________________ <em>This program is co-sponsored by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the American Sephardi Federation, The Sephardic Jewish Brotherhood of America, Center for Jewish Impact, Artists 4 Israel, WJC North America, Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington, Interorthodoc Centre of the Church of Greece, Muslims Against Anti-Semitism, March of the Living Australia, American Hellenic Institute, and Interfaith Paths to Peace.</em>

<strong>TICKETS FOR THIS EVENT HAVE SOLD OUT</strong> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday, January 16 at 1 pm ET </b><strong>$15 GA, $13 Seniors, $10 Members, $7.50 Youth, Free 5 &amp; Under </strong><strong><a href="https://67610.blackbaudhosting.com/67610/tickets?tab=2&amp;txobjid=1ea6e83c-550a-4634-b193-becb68530bf2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> for Tickets - capacity is limited!</strong><b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/AmericanBirthright" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> </a></b><b>In Person at West Laurel Hill Cemetery </b><em>225 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004</em></p> In honor of Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish new year of the trees, explore the beautiful arboretum at West Laurel Hill Cemetery with their Arboretum Manager and Board Certified Master Arborist, <strong>Aaron Greenberg</strong><b> </b>and <strong>Rebekka Goldsmith</strong>. This tour will focus on prominent evergreen trees while identifying leafless trees by their bark, branch arrangement, berries, and buds. Special attention will be given to trees with historical significance to West Laurel Hill and Philadelphia horticulture. Warm up after the tour with a cup of hot cider or mulled wine! <strong>Directions:</strong> We will depart from the CONSERVATORY inside West Laurel Hill Cemetery (<strong>not </strong>the first building you see). Directions for getting to West Laurel Hill Cemetery <a href="https://westlaurelhill.com/about/visit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">are linked here</a>. West Laurel Hill Cemetery is located at <strong>225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd PA 19004</strong> (GPS directions: please use 340 Belmont Avenue). When you arrive and enter the cemetery you will pass two sets of gates and see a white line on the road. Follow this line to the Conservatory. Free parking is available outside the Conservatory. <strong>NOTE FOR UBER/LYFT RIDERS:</strong> Have your driver go into the cemetery following the above directions—otherwise, you will have a 5–10-minute walk to the event location. <strong>Accessibility:</strong> <ul> <li>Accessible parking is available at the Conservatory.</li> <li>This tour does require going up and down hills and on uneven terrain.</li> </ul> <strong>Questions:</strong> For any questions, email <a href="mailto:mkf@thelaurelhillcemetery.org">mkf@thelaurelhillcemetery.org</a> ________________________________________________________________________________ <i>This program is presented by West Laurel Hill Cemetery in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and members of the museum can register at the member price.</i>

<div style="padding: 56.25% 0px 0px; position: relative; text-align: center;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="5782 / 2022 Tu B&amp;#039;Shevat Musical Seder" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/668252307?h=6a8101eebe&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday, January 16 at 8 pm ET, ONLINE </b><strong>Free with <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=TuBshevatMusicalSeder2022&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 Suggested Donation</a> </strong><b>See "Ways to Watch" below, <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvf-uhpjIjHNYGnsRNa9CPsao3NdqrtuV7">click here</a> to register on Zoom</b></p> Tu B’Shevat is the Jewish New Year for the trees. Like many Jewish traditions, this one is grounded in harvesting practices and the change of seasons. The holiday’s ritual seder was popularized by 16^th century Rabbis living in Sefad (a town 100 miles north of Jerusalem). Much like the widely observed Passover seders that are centered on the eating and drinking of certain symbolic foods in a specific order, the Tu B’Shevat seder involves eating 10 different fruits and nuts as well as drinking four cups of wine in a specific order. These rituals are rooted in explorations of both the mystical and natural worlds. This Sunday evening all are welcomed to join online as four Jewish spiritual and musical leaders, <strong><a href="http://www.rebekkagoldsmith.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rebekka Goldsmith</a>,</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.batyalevine.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Batya Levine</a></strong>, <strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/JRMcellochic/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jessie Reagen Mann</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://micahshapiromusic.bandcamp.com/releases" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rabbi Micah Shapiro</a></strong> take us on a journey through these worlds with artfully curated and beautiful songs, poems, and prayers. Follow along by downloading the Hagaddah (guide book) <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/57822022-TU-BISHVAT-MUSICAL-SEDER-FINAL-VERSION.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></strong>, which was made especially for this event. <strong>More about Tu B'Shevat and the Program</strong> This ancient holiday, whose name literally means the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, is rooted in a legalistic tithing practice described in the <em>Mishna</em>. Later, Tu B'Shevat became a more ethereal, spiritual experience when 16th century <i>kabbalists</i> (Jewish mystics) inaugurated a ritual to honor the trees, providing a framework for a communal celebration that is still developing today. The traditional Tu B'Shevat Seder moves through different mystical "worlds," mapping these esoteric realms onto corresponding types of fruit, wine, and other tree-rooted themes. At our musical seder, we plan to explore these worlds via song, poetry, and embodied experiential practices. We will describe and bless different kinds of nuts, fruits and wine (or grape juice) during each part of the ritual and we will sing wordless melodies and other songs with thematic links to the holiday. Throughout the evening, we will invite virtual participants to share in the experience through online chatting and other suggested practices. No experience with or knowledge of Tu B'Shevat is necessary. Live captioning will be provided. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvf-uhpjIjHNYGnsRNa9CPsao3NdqrtuV7" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. The Museum’s Zoom can accommodate 1000 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed below—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>Weitzman NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <i>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________</i> <i>This program is presented by the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and Hadar's Rising Song Institute, in partnership with The Friends of Laurel Hill &amp; West Laurel Hill Cemeteries.</i> <i>_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________</i> <strong>You may also be interested in... </strong> <strong>1pm ET on January 16 -</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/tubeshvat-tree-tour-21/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tu B'Shevat Tree Tour at West Laurel Hill Cemetery</a> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNMAJH%2Fvideos%2F4823391444349835%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0" width="560" height="314" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>We were live on December 25, 2021 from 9:30 am - 2:30 pm ET. </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Please scroll down for the agenda. </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>If you're enjoying our programming, please make a donation to support family days like this one. </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>$18 suggested, any amount welcome and appreciated! </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=christmas21&amp;c_src2=eventpagebutton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></p> <h5 style="text-align: center;"><img class="wp-image-1269 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/big-blank-and-christmas-sm-1366x308.jpg" alt="" width="741" height="167" /><span class="head1"><strong><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Snowy. Jewish. Happy. Caring. Buddhist. Generous. Family. Creative. Friendly. Sparkly.</span></span></strong></span></h5> <h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Fill in your own blank and join us for our annual day of family fun.</span></span></span></strong></h3> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>Saturday, December 25, 2021 - Online 9:30</strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong> am - Tot Shabbat </strong></span></span></span><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3"><strong>10:00am - 2:30pm ET - Main Program</strong> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=Being___onChristmas2021&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton">$18 donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b></span></span></span> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">The Museum is open virtually. The online galleries are warm. All we need is you to get the party started. Join us for an all-day livestream packed with fun for the entire family hosted by the amazing comedy duo, <b><a href="https://www.thebibleplayers.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Bible Players</a></b> . Confirmed activities include:</span></span></span> <h6><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">9:30 AM - TOT SHABBAT</span></span></span></h6> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Saturday morning kid-friendly Shabbat service with musician, prayer leader, teacher, and Rabbi, <a href="https://micahkaleidoscope.bandcamp.com/track/sheep-in-a-jeep" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Micah Shapiro</b></a>.</span></span></span> <h6>10:10 AM - KIDS CONCERT</h6> Sing and dance with Emmy Award-winning returning favorite, <b>Alex Mitnick</b> of <a href="https://youtu.be/TXXZEV49z9E" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Alex and the Kaleidoscope</strong></a>. <h6>10:45 AM - PAPER-TUBE PUPPET-MAKING, ANIMAL MASK-MAKING</h6> Get crafty with <b>Jenny Strunge</b> of the <b>Black Cherry Puppet Theater.</b> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Strunge-Activities-Material-Lists.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> for the list of materials you'll need to gather in order to participate<strong>!</strong> <h6>11:10 AM - TZEDEK BOX-MAKING</h6> <a href="https://launch.tzedekbox.org/a-physical-box/tobi-kahn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tzedek box</a>-making (hands-on family craft activity) with esteemed theater creator, <strong><a href="https://kaplanwildmann.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Eli Kaplan Wildmann.</a></strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Tzedek-Box-Family-Craft-Project-handout-5.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> for the list of materials you'll need to gather in order to participate<strong>!</strong> <h6>11:30 AM - STORIES AND CRANKIES</h6> Watch and listen to great stories as they are told and unrolled by Baker Award-winner, <strong><a href="https://bakerartist.org/portfolios/katherine-fahey" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Katherine Fahey</a>.</strong> <h6><span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">12:00 PM - SPLATBOOMBANG PERCUSSIVE STORYTELLING</span></span></span></h6> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Dance to the beat and enjoy stories with Grammy Award-winning artist, <a href="https://splatboombang.com/cory-hills" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Cory Hills</strong></a>.</span></span></span> <h6>12:45 PM - HAND AND STRING PUPPET-MAKING</h6> Get crafty again with <b>Jenny Strunge</b> of the <b>Black Cherry Puppet Theater.</b> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Strunge-Activities-Material-Lists.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> for the list of materials you'll need to gather in order to participate<strong>!</strong> <h6>1:15 - 2:30 PM - CONCERT: WEST AFRICAN STORIES AND JEWISH PRAYERS FOR EVERYBODY</h6> Concert with the <b>Epichorus Duo</b> featuring Malian Griot and Kora player, <a href="https://youtu.be/kdrsJ3EIlhU" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Yacouba Sissoko</strong></a>, with multi-instrumentalist and bandleader, <a href="https://temenosnyc.com/about" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Rabbi Zach Fredman</b></a> <em>For those unable to participate on Saturday, December 25, the content will be available again beginning Sunday, December 26.</em> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CCWnp8tQQYqrDE0Lft8sMw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. The Museum’s Zoom can accommodate 500 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed below—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 10am ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>Weitzman NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. ______________________________________________________________ <em>Sponsored by the Robert Saligman Jewish Heritage Fund</em>

<b>Sunday, December 19 at 1 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SefaradPart3&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>Watch anytime- click the play button below <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/r81SEf0UgVo" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></b> <div class="g-group l-mar-bot-6 l-sm-mar-bot-4"> <div class="structured-content g-cell g-cell-10-12 g-cell-md-1-1"> <div class="has-user-generated-content" data-automation="about-this-event-sc"> <div class="structured-content-rich-text structured-content__module l-align-left l-mar-vert-6 l-sm-mar-vert-4 text-body-medium"> On December 19, 2021,<strong> Jewish Heritage Alliance and their participating co-hosting partners </strong>will present <em><strong>“Sefarad... To Be or Not to Be”,</strong></em> a webinar that will explore the torturous dilemma facing the Jews of Sefarad once the 1492 Edict of Expulsion was issued. In 1492, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain issued the Edict of Expulsion, giving Jews a few months in which to depart the country where their ancestors had lived for centuries or convert to Catholicism. One of the stories accompanying this drama was that of Isaac Abarbanel and Abraham Senior, colleagues, and powerful Jewish advisers to Queen Isabella who argued to the King and Queen to rescind the Edict of Expulsion. When their efforts failed, they were forced to choose. Isaac Abarbanel and his family left for Italy to live openly as Jews, but Abraham Senior and his family converted to stay in Spain. We will explore the painstaking decisions that determined the fate of 150,000 Jews and 25 generations of their descendants, both the openly practicing Sephardic Jews around the Mediterranean, and the conversos/crypto-Jews in the Americas. <strong>Program Introduction:</strong> Michael Steinberger, CEO &amp; Founder of Jewish Heritage Alliance. <strong>Key Presenter:</strong> Ron Duncan Hart, Ph.D., is a cultural anthropologist from Indiana University with postdoctoral work in Jewish Studies at the University of Oxford. He is the Director of the Jewish Learning Channel and former President of the Jewish Federation of New Mexico. He has awards from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the National Science Foundation, Ford Foundation, Fulbright, and the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society among others. He has written several books on Jewish life and cultural history and the most recent is Crypto-Jews: The Long Journey. He is co-author/editor of the award-winning book Fractured Faiths: Spanish Judaism, the Inquisition, and New World Identities. <strong>Guest Speakers:</strong> Blanca Carrasco, a converso descendant of Marcos Alonso de La Garza y del Arcon, co-founder of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, will speak about her experience of returning to the open practice of Judaism. Dr. Isaac Amon, a descendant of Moses Hamon, a Jewish physician to Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, will speak about his family’s odyssey from Spain to Turkey and beyond. ______________________________________________________________________________ <aside><em>This program is being presented by Jewish Heritage Alliance in partnership with the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, ANU Museum of the Jewish People, the Society for Crypto-Judaic Studies, The American Sephardi Federation’s Institute of Jewish Experience, Fundación HispanoJudía, EJCC European Jewish Community Center, University of Miami (Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies and the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies), Hadassah-Brandeis Institute and Kulanu.</em></aside></div> </div> </div> </div>

<strong>Thursday, December 16 at 1 pm ET</strong> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=Twitty2021&amp;c_src2=EventPageLink" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/657601719?h=6190bb7450" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> Tune in as we get to know the James Beard Award-winning culinary historian and food writer Michael Twitty. We’ll talk about the highly anticipated release of his third book, Koshersoul, which will focus on Jewish and Black food traditions through the eyes of Black Jews and Southerners who converted to Judaism, including his own. We’ll find out more about Twitty’s role as an educator in the Jewish community around Washington DC, his work as an interpreter at Colonial Williamsburg, his recent appearance at the Netflix series <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wsEdxt1Ico&amp;feature=youtu.be">High on the Hog</a>, and his myriad other exciting projects. The video below is a clip from PBS NewsHour featuring Michael Twitty and his work at Colonial Williamsburg. <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/R6l8jRF-eGA" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>About the Author</strong> Michael W. Twitty is a living history interpreter, culinary historian, and food writer personally charged with teaching, documenting, and preserving the African American culinary traditions of the historic South and the wider African Atlantic world as well as parent traditions in Africa. He blogs at <strong><a href="http://www.AfroCulinaria.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Afroculinaria</a>.</strong> His first book, <em>The Cooking Gene</em> (HarperCollins 2017), won the 2018 James Beard Award, making him one of the few Black authors so awarded. Twitty's latest book, <em>Rice</em>, is just out with UNC press. <em>Koshersoul </em>(HarperCollins), about his culinary journey as a Jew of African descent, will be out in 2022. ________________________________________________ <em>This program is presented in partnership with Jews in All Hues.</em>

<h4><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2414 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/NMAJH_GIF_V3.gif" alt="" width="612" height="396" /></h4> <h4 style="text-align: center;"><strong>We are embarking on a bright future. </strong><strong>Join the celebration!</strong></h4> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Monday, December 6 at 6 pm</strong> <strong>at the National Museum of American Jewish History</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;">$250 Individual Tickets Tribute ads and sponsorships available Donations welcome Virtual tickets also available, free with suggested $50 donation</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Broadway star <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Adam-Kantor-Bio.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web">Adam Kantor</a> of <em>Rent</em>, <em>Fiddler on the Roof</em>, <em>The Band’s Visit</em>, and <em>Avenue Q</em> joins our December 6 celebration to help honor our Board and Benefactors</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--small box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/event/miracle-on-the-mall/e374559?c_src=dec6event&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Click here to RSVP</span></a></p> <h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Please contact <a href="mailto:development@nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="email">development@nmajh.org</a> with questions.</strong></h6> &nbsp; <h4 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Why we're celebrating:</strong></h4> <p style="text-align: center;">As you know, it's been a difficult time for arts and culture organizations. The Museum made the hard decision to file for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection in March 2020 just two weeks before the pandemic-induced shutdown.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">We had planned to fully operate during the proceedings but like all other organizations, our operations ceased along with our primary sources of income.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">We were so excited to report that we exited Chapter 11 on September 17, 2021 thanks to the generosity of our fiercest supporters.</p> <div></div> <div></div> <div> <hr /> </div> <div> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Board of Trustees through October 2021 </strong>Susanna Lachs Adler Scott Akman Philip Balderston Harold Berger Stephen A. Cozen Philip M. Darivoff Elijah S. Dornstreich Alec Ellison Gwen D. Goodman Alan J. Hoffman Thomas O. Katz Sharon Tobin Kestenbaum Andrew Klaber Elaine Lindy Mitchell L. Morgan Mark Oster Matthew Pestronk Daniel Promislo Lyn M. Ross Laury Saligman Sherrie R. Savett Brett J. Schulman Mimi Schneirov Daniel A. Shapiro Meredith C. Slawe Lindy Snider Michael Swift Joseph S. Zuritsky</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Benefactors </strong>Sandy and Steve Cozen Betsy and Philip Darivoff Caroline and Sidney Kimmel The Morgan Family Lyn M. Ross Ronald Rubin z"l The Robert Saligman Charitable Foundation The Hess Foundation Etta Winigrad Lisa and Richard Witten Joseph S. Zuritsky</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Gala Committee </strong>Stephen A. Cozen Philip M. Darivoff Amanda Goldstein Gwen D. Goodman Shirley Honickman Hahn Sharon Tobin Kestenbaum Laura Lenet Lyn M. Ross Brett J. Schulman Meredith C. Slawe Lindy Snider Michael Swift Joseph S. Zuritsky</p> </div>

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/649643010?h=e8decc5ba5" width="640" height="337" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <b>Sunday, November 21, at 4 pm ET</b> <b>Free</b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> Join the Sephardic singing sensation, Sarah Aroeste, to celebrate the release of her new all-Ladino Hanuka album. Be the first to see Aroeste perform music from the album and a brand new music video. Aroeste will lead a sing-along for all in attendance, as well as a bimuelo-making demonstration and cook-off. <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Aroeste-Hanuká-Party-Recipe-and-Songs.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a> to download the Bimuelo recipe and sing-a-long song-list. Spread the word and join in the fun for a <i>Hanuká aleg</i>re! <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 4pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcscOuhqT8rEtYyOTeV3Nn0cCXrP2H3zZf0"><strong>click here</strong></a>. The Zoom can accommodate 100 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed above—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <hr /> <em>This program is being presented by Sarah Aroeste in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> _____________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/solomonov-jawhara-piner-sephardi-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SEPHARDI's Second Edition with Mike Solomonov and Dr Hélène Jawhara Piñer</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/sufganiyot-and-essential-jewish-baking-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sufganiyot and Essential Jewish Baking with Beth A Lee</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/michael-twitty-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Conversation with Michael Twitty</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-sarah-aroeste-monastir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rewatch: Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors with Sarah Aroeste</a>

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Saturday, November 20 at 7 pm ET </b><strong>$15 GA- <a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/NotGoingQuietly" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets</a></strong><b></b><b> In Person at the National Museum of American Jewish History </b><em>enter code "nmajhPJFM41" at check-out for a $5 discount</em><b> </b></p> Movies are back! Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM), formerly known as Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival, is back with its <strong><a href="http://www.phillyjfm.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">41^st Annual Jewish Film Festival</a></strong>. Two weeks of the best in Jewish international cinema! Fall Fest will take place both <strong>*in theaters and venues </strong>throughout Philadelphia <strong>and stream on-demand</strong>. This evening will feature the film "<strong>Not Going Quietly</strong>". <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>COVID-19: </strong></span><strong>Proof of vaccination with ID</strong> is required for entry<strong>. Masking is required</strong> inside all areas of the Museum, which will be limited in capacity. A photo of your vaccination card on your phone will be accepted. <strong>About The Film </strong>Ady Barkan had his whole life ahead of him. A rising star in political organizing and a new father, life was good. Then came the diagnosis: ALS, a life-threatening disease that would ultimately paralyze Ady’s entire body. He knew he had every right to feel despair. The diagnosis felt like a death sentence. He also knew that he had to make a choice. Returning to his activist roots, Ady vows to fight for healthcare justice so that folks like him, folks that rely on government-sponsored healthcare programs, have the means to survive. After a chance encounter with a powerful senator is caught on video and goes viral, Ady suddenly finds himself with a platform. Capitalizing on his newfound celebrity, he launches the “Be a Hero” campaign. With support from a talented cohort of young activists, Ady travels the country and builds his people-powered healthcare movement from the ground up. Though Ady’s voice eventually fades, his message remains clear: he’s not going quietly. Not until every person has the right to affordable healthcare. Not until he can leave this world a better place for his son to inherit. This impactful documentary, brimming with inspiration, took home the Audience Award for Best Documentary Feature at SXSW 2021. <strong>Watch the Trailer</strong> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/89Gt4iHvdtA" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> Call PJFM at (215) 545-4400, email <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>.</strong> <strong>Please Note: masks are <em>required</em> inside the National Museum of American Jewish History, which will be limited in capacity.</strong> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<strong>Thursday, November 18 at 3 pm ET</strong> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=bethalee&amp;c_src2=eventpagelink" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <div style="padding: 50.21% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/649047242?h=0c3851c4d7&amp;badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479/embed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> &nbsp; Join us for this program as we get to know <strong>Beth A. Lee</strong>, author of the newly released book entitled <strong><em>The Essential Jewish Baking Cookbook: 50 Traditional Recipes for Every Occasion.</em></strong> In preparation for Hanukkah, Lee will teach us two ways to make <em>Sufganiyot, </em>the jelly donuts traditionally eaten during the Jewish festival of lights. We'll also talk about Beth's life, her transition from working in silicon valley to working with silicone baking mats, her food blog <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><a href="https://omgyummy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OMG! Yummy</a></strong></span> and what exactly brought her to write this book. <strong>Try the Recipe at Home</strong> Check out Beth A Lee's Sufganiyot recipe <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sufganiyot-Baked-or-Fried-Jam-filled-Donuts-for-Hanukkah-OMG-Yummy.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. </strong>Try making these sweet treats in your own home during the program or whenever it is convenient for you! <strong>About the Author</strong> <strong>Beth A. Lee</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> grew up on the East Coast before moving to Northern California, far away from the traditional Jewish food she was raised on. She attended the University of California, Berkeley, where she received a degree in business and pursued a marketing career in Silicon Valley.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">In 2010, Beth realized she preferred pita chips over computer chips and launched her food blog, <strong><a href="https://omgyummy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OMG! Yummy</a></strong>. Through her blog, she reconnected with her love of cooking and her passion for documenting her family's multicultural food traditions.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Beth has been featured in the New York Times and the San Jose Mercury News and has been a frequent contributor to Edible Silicon Valley magazine. She also co-leads a popular virtual cooking group, Tasting Jerusalem, focused on Middle Eastern cuisines and ingredients.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Beth is so glad she can make a New York-style bagel in her sunlit kitchen in Northern California.</span> <strong>Purchase the Book</strong> Interested in purchasing a copy of the book for yourself or as a gift? <a href="https://judaicashop.net/p-11710-the-essential-jewish-baking-cookbook-50-traditional-recipes-for-every-occasion.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Click here</strong></a> to visit our online Museum Store and order your copy today.

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/647147693?h=aaea7641fa" width="640" height="400" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <b>Wednesday, November 17 at 12 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=sephardi2&amp;c_src2=eventpagelink" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> Join <strong>Mike Solomonov</strong> and <strong>Hélène Jawhara Piñer</strong> for a conversation on Sephardic history and culinary traditions as the two master chefs celebrate the release of the second edition of Jawhara-Piñer's book, <em><strong>SEPHARDI</strong></em>. As Chef Solomonov said in his review, "<em>Sephardi</em> is truly the only cookbook of its kind...Mazel Bueno to <em>Sephardi</em>!" <strong>About the Chefs</strong> <strong>Hélène Jawhara Piñer</strong> is a PhD in Medieval History and the History of Food. She was awarded the American Sephardi Federation's Broome and Allen Fellowship in 2018 in recognition of her impressive academic accomplishments and service of the Sephardic community. Her research interests are the medieval culinary history of Spain through inter and multiculturalism with a special focus on the Jewish culinary heritage written in Arabic. From Barcelona, Santa Barbara, Bar-Ilan University in Israel and beyond, Piñer has given lectures on subjects such as Reflections on the Jewish heritage according to the Kitab al-tabih, "Jewish cuisine in old cookbooks of the Iberian Peninsula", "Jews and Muslims at the Table" and much more. <strong>Michael Solomonov</strong> is a beloved champion of Israel's extraordinarily diverse and vibrant culinary landscape.  He is co-owner of CookNSolo Restaurants with hospitality entrepreneur, Steve Cook.  Together they own Philadelphia’s Zahav, the trailblazing restaurant where Solomonov is Chef, which has put the rich melting pot of Israeli cuisine at the forefront of dining in America today.  Solomonov is the co-author of three cookbooks, and the recipient of the following James Beard awards: 2011 “Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic”, 2016 “Best International Cookbook” and “Book of the Year” for his and business partner/co-author Steve Cook’s best-selling cookbook, Zahav: A World of Israeli Cooking, and the 2017 “Outstanding Chef.”  In 2018, Zahav was recognized by Food &amp; Wine Magazine as one of "The 40 Most Important Restaurants of the Past 40 Years" and in May of 2019, Zahav was awarded "Outstanding Restaurant" by the James Beard Foundation, making Zahav the first Israeli-American restaurant to be awarded this great honor. In addition to his work at Zahav, Chef Solomonov co-owns Philadelphia's Federal Donuts, Dizengoff, Abe Fisher, and Goldie. In July of 2019, Solomonov brought another major slice of Israeli food culture to Philadelphia with K'Far, an Israeli bakery &amp; café named for his hometown just outside of Tel Aviv. In November of 2019, Solomonov opened Merkaz, an Israeli pita sandwich shop, and in February of 2020 opened Laser Wolf, an Israeli skewer house.  Outside of the restaurants, you can often find Mike with Steve at Pho 75, working out the kinks in their Israeli village, or with family. <strong>Purchase the Books</strong> Interested in purchasing a copy of the book for yourself or as a gift? Visit our online Museum Store and order your copies of books by <a href="https://shopnmajh.com/products/sephardi-cooking-the-history-autographed-copy?_pos=1&amp;_sid=44606e8c4&amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Jawhara-Piñer</strong></a> and <strong><a href="https://shopnmajh.com/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct&amp;q=solomonov*" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Solomonov</a></strong> today.

<b>Monday, November 15</b> <strong>9:30am - 6:00pm ET</strong> <b>Free, Registration Required - <a href="https://www.accelevents.com/e/jewishsoldiersinwwii" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></b> <strong>ABOUT THE CONFERENCE</strong> Amidst the bloodshed and destruction of World War II, nearly 1.5 million Jewish men and women made vital contributions to the Allied war effort against Adolf Hitler and the Axis powers. However, despite the large volume of World War II research, books, movies, and other works, the very fact of these 1.5 million “Jewish soldiers” remains virtually unknown. In November 2021, leading experts from universities, archives, libraries and museums will gather on an international (virtual) stage, alongside members of the public, veterans and their families, and Holocaust survivors and their descendants to explore the experience of the Jewish soldier in WWII. <strong>More Information</strong> Visit the official Jewish Soldiers &amp; Fighters in World War II conference website for more information <strong> - <a href="https://www.accelevents.com/e/jewishsoldiersinwwii" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></strong> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>The <strong>National Museum of American Jewish History</strong> is proud to serve as a cultural partner on Jewish Soldiers and Fighters in WWII conference, which is convened and presented by the <strong>Blavatnik Archive</strong> with the generous support of <strong>Genesis Philanthropy Group</strong>, <strong>Blavatnik Family Foundation</strong>, and <strong>David Berg Foundation</strong>. Produced by <strong>jMUSE</strong> and guided by an internationally recognized and respected committee of scholarly advisors, including <strong>Dr. Elissa Bemporad</strong> (Professor of History and the Jerry and William Ungar Chair in Eastern European Jewish History and the Holocaust, Queens College and the Graduate Center - CUNY); <strong>Dr. Derek Penslar</strong> (William Lee Frost Professor of Jewish History, Harvard University); <strong>Dr. Anna Shternshis</strong> (Al and Malka Green Professor of Yiddish Studies and the Director of the Anne Tanenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies, University of Toronto).</em> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in... </strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/jewish-soldiers-and-fighters-in-wwii-2021-day-1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish Soldiers &amp; Fighters in World War II (Day 1)</a>

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Monday, November 15 at 7 pm ET </b><strong>$15 GA- </strong><b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/TheAdventuresofSaulBellow" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets </a></b><b>In Person at the National Museum of American Jewish History </b><em>enter code "nmajhPJFM41" at check-out for a $5 discount</em></p> Movies are back! Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM), formerly known as Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival, is back with its <strong><a href="http://www.phillyjfm.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">41^st Annual Jewish Film Festival</a></strong>. Two weeks of the best in Jewish international cinema! Fall Fest will take place both <strong>*in theaters and venues </strong>throughout Philadelphia <strong>and stream on-demand</strong>. This evening will feature the film "<strong>The Adventures of Saul Bellow.</strong>" <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>COVID-19: </strong></span><strong>Proof of vaccination with ID</strong> is required for entry<strong>. Masking is required</strong> inside all areas of the Museum, which will be limited in capacity. A photo of your vaccination card on your phone will be accepted. <strong>About The Film</strong> <span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW80432361 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0">The first major documentary on the celebrated Jewish American writer, Saul Bellow, is also a finalist for the Library of Congress </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0">Lavine/</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0">Ken Burns Prize</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0"> for Film</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0">. Tracing the iconic author’s influence on American literature, director and PJFF alumnus Asaf Galay delves into Bellow’s legendary life and career, using his major works as both territory and map for how the author related to the most critical issues of his time. Exploring Bellow’s approach to race, gender, and the Jewish American post-war immigrant experience, Galay weaves together excerpts from Bellow’s novels and the recollections and observations of his contemporaries. Featuring interviews with the late great Philip Roth, Salman Rushdie, and Martin Amis, </span></span><strong><span class="TextRun Highlight MacChromeBold SCXW80432361 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0">THE ADVENTURES OF SAUL BELLOW</span></span></strong><span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW80432361 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0"> is a must-see doc for Bellow fans and a comprehensive primer for newbies interested in learning more about Bellow and his contributions to 20</span></span><span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW80432361 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun Superscript SCXW80432361 BCX0" data-fontsize="11">th</span></span><span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW80432361 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0"> </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0">century American Jewish literature</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW80432361 BCX0">.</span></span> <strong>Watch the Trailer</strong> <iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/388719576?h=f795d7b33f" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> Call PJFM at (215) 545-4400, email <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>.</strong> <strong>Please Note: masks are <em>required</em> inside the National Museum of American Jewish History, which will be limited in capacity.</strong> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<b>Sunday, November 14</b> <strong>11:00am - 4:30pm ET</strong> <b>Free, Registration Required - <a href="https://www.accelevents.com/e/jewishsoldiersinwwii" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></b> <strong>ABOUT THE CONFERENCE</strong> Amidst the bloodshed and destruction of World War II, nearly 1.5 million Jewish men and women made vital contributions to the Allied war effort against Adolf Hitler and the Axis powers. However, despite the large volume of World War II research, books, movies, and other works, the very fact of these 1.5 million “Jewish soldiers” remains virtually unknown. In November 2021, leading experts from universities, archives, libraries and museums will gather on an international (virtual) stage, alongside members of the public, veterans and their families, and Holocaust survivors and their descendants to explore the experience of the Jewish soldier in WWII. <strong>More Information</strong> Visit the official Jewish Soldiers &amp; Fighters in World War II conference website for more information <strong> - <a href="https://www.accelevents.com/e/jewishsoldiersinwwii" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></strong> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>The <strong>National Museum of American Jewish History</strong> is proud to serve as a cultural partner on Jewish Soldiers and Fighters in WWII conference, which is convened and presented by the <strong>Blavatnik Archive</strong> with the generous support of <strong>Genesis Philanthropy Group</strong>, <strong>Blavatnik Family Foundation</strong>, and <strong>David Berg Foundation</strong>. Produced by <strong>jMUSE</strong> and guided by an internationally recognized and respected committee of scholarly advisors, including <strong>Dr. Elissa Bemporad</strong> (Professor of History and the Jerry and William Ungar Chair in Eastern European Jewish History and the Holocaust, Queens College and the Graduate Center - CUNY); <strong>Dr. Derek Penslar</strong> (William Lee Frost Professor of Jewish History, Harvard University); <strong>Dr. Anna Shternshis</strong> (Al and Malka Green Professor of Yiddish Studies and the Director of the Anne Tanenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies, University of Toronto).</em> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in... </strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/jewish-soldiers-and-fighters-in-wwii-2021-day-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jewish Soldiers &amp; Fighters in World War II (Day 2)</a>

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Wednesday, November 10 at 7 pm ET </b><strong>$15 GA- </strong><b><a href="https://www.goelevent.com/pjfm/e/AmericanBirthright" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here for Tickets </a></b><b>In Person at the National Museum of American Jewish History </b><em>enter code "nmajhPJFM41" at check-out for a $5 discount</em></p> Movies are back! Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media (PJFM), formerly known as Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival, is back with its <strong><a href="http://www.phillyjfm.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">41^st Annual Jewish Film Festival</a></strong>. Two weeks of the best in Jewish international cinema! Fall Fest will take place both <strong>*in theaters and venues </strong>throughout Philadelphia <strong>and stream on-demand</strong>. This evening will feature the Philadelphia premiere of the film "<strong>American Birthright</strong>" <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>COVID-19: </strong></span><strong>Proof of vaccination with ID</strong> is required for entry<strong>. Masking is required</strong> inside all areas of the Museum, which will be limited in capacity. A photo of your vaccination card on your phone will be accepted. <strong>About The Film</strong> “Should I marry Jewish?” This is the question that Becky Tahel Bordo ponders when her younger sister marries outside of her faith. Born in Israel and raised in the US, Becky is a writer, actress, and filmmaker (you may have seen her in that <span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 BCX0 SCXW229887128">Jdate</span><span class="NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW229887128"> commercial!) who never really gave the ramifications of an interfaith marriage much thought while growing up. However, her sister’s selection of a non-Jewish partner – an act some Jewish households still consider taboo – inspires Becky to probe deeper into her Jewish identity and explore the reasons for her initial ambiguity. With a suitcase and camera in hand, Becky embarks on a trip to the Holy Land to “</span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2 BCX0 SCXW229887128">edJEWcate</span><span class="NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW229887128">” herself and re-examine her relationship with Torah. In creating her own “birthright” trip, Becky’s spiritual journey enlightens and helps her further embrace her Jewishness. With universal appeal and a Philly connection to boot, this light-hearted and intimate doc will resonate with anyone who’s ever struggled with their sense of identity and purpose.</span> <strong>Watch the Trailer</strong> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xorImEgTJps" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> &nbsp; <strong>Questions or Comments?</strong> Call PJFM at (215) 545-4400, email <a href="mailto:info@phillyjfm.org">info@phillyjfm.org</a>, or visit the <strong><a href="https://phillyjfm.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PJFM official website</a>.</strong> <strong>Please Note: masks are <em>required</em> inside the National Museum of American Jewish History, which will be limited in capacity.</strong> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is presented by Philadelphia Jewish Film and Media in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/278858517490497" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/643660664?h=4aa5e826de" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> Join us as we illuminate the work of LUNAR: The Jewish-Asian Film Project. Come to enjoy a screening of <strong>"Strictly Speaking: Asian American Jews discuss heritage languages"</strong>, an episode from the new season of their short film series. Stick around for the whole program to enjoy an engaging conversation with cast member <b>Maya Katz-Ali</b>, and co-creator/producer <b>Gen Xia Ye Slosberg. </b>The two featured guests will also field questions from those attending on Zoom or Facebook during the program. </div> <strong>About LUNAR:</strong> A project supported by Be’chol Lashon, LUNAR cultivates connection, belonging and visibility for Asian American Jews through authentic multimedia storytelling and intersectional community programming. The LUNAR team is currently releasing the second season of their highly popular video series, which features 23 Asian American Jews in conversation about identity topics like fusion food, belonging, Asian-Jewish solidarity, and media representation. Check out their first episode, <em>The Taste of Connection</em>, at the bottom of this page. <strong>About the program's guests:</strong> <strong>Gen Xia Ye Slosberg</strong> is a writer &amp; community organizer who serves as the Executive Producer of LUNAR: The Jewish-Asian Film Project. She is a Bay Area based Jewish nonprofit professional &amp; speaker who's dedicated to advancing representation and belonging for Jews of Color. She has been featured on Alma, MTV News, and HuffPost for her identity and activism journey. She received her B.A. in Political Science from UC Berkeley. <strong>Maya Katz-Ali</strong> is the Bay Area Field Manager at OneTable, where she works to highlight various parts of the Jewish narrative and Jews of Color in the local community. She was born and raised in a multicultural home in Oakland, California. Her father is Muslim, born and raised in Bangalore, India and her mother is Jewish, born in New York the daughter of a World War II Refugee. Maya completed her B.A. and M.A. at Clark University in Massachusetts; during international internships and studies she deepened her love of building community across global contexts and bringing people together. She sees sharing stories, traditions, and values as central to our growth as a global community, which is one of the reasons the LUNAR project is so important to her. _________________________________________________________________ <em>Lunar: The Jewish-Asian Film Project</em> <em>Season 1 Episode 1: The Taste of Connection</em> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/neXlIc1lHUY" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday, October 31 at 8 pm ET</b><b></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b></p> Join us for a performance from the duo of legendary Canadian Yiddish singer <strong>Allan Merovitz</strong> and guitarist/pianist <strong>Brian Katz</strong>, joined by special guest <strong>Jane Bunnett</strong> (sax, flute). This concert is the final episode of the series entitled "Nu? Nu! The Barn Sessions". <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Series Trailer <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1bZQXbqZA9o" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></strong></p> <strong>About The Barn Sessions</strong> In July 2021, Ashkenaz presented its first official concerts with a live audience since the global pandemic began. The performances took place in the barn at Bela Farm, a beautiful property one hour northwest of Toronto. For all of the artists too, this was their first opportunity to perform for a live audience in over 18 months. The thrill and excitement of the artists and the small socially-distanced audiences was palpable. This magical week of concerts was documented with multiple cameras and mics and will be streamed in four episodes, on Sundays at 8pm ET throughout October. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>"The Barn Sessions" is presented Ashkenaz in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History. </em> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-1-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 10 – Sergiu Popa &amp; ROMada (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-2-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 17 – Socalled with Toronto Jazz Orchestra (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-3-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 24 - Aviva Chernick and La Serena Trio (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-with-pedrito-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 26 - Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors with Pedrito Martinez</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>POSTPONED - NEW DATE TBA</strong></span></p> <em>Unfortunately due to ongoing and unexpected equipment issues following damage sustained during Hurricane Ida, Pedrito Martinez will be unable to participate in tonight's program. He and we are really excited to find a new date. Thanks for your understanding and patience. </em> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Tuesday, October 26 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=PetritoMartinez&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>"Pedrito is a genius... working with him has been a revelation to me.”</strong> <b>Wynton Marsalis</b></p> Celebrate and explore the music of the Grammy-nominated vocalist and Afro-Cuban percussion master, <strong>Pedrito Martinez</strong>, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most innovative Latin percussionists on the planet. In the ninth episode of <em>Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors</em>, Martinez will chat with NMAJH Public Programs Manager and musician, Dan Samuels, about his childhood in Cuba, the history of Afro-Cuban music, his musical collaborations with the Greats like Paul Simon, Quincy Jones, and Wynton Marsalis, and the intertwined nature of his life as both a master musician and Santero (Santeria Priest). <strong>About Pedrito Martinez</strong> Pedro Pablo “Pedrito” Martinez was born in Havana, Cuba, Sept 12, 1973 and began his musical career at the age of 11. Since settling in New York City in the fall of 1998, Pedrito has recorded or performed with Wynton Marsalis, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, and Sting, and has contributed to well over 100 albums. A master of Afro-Cuban folkloric music and the batá drum he has played and sung with dozens of Cuban rumba groups and contributed to several important films, including Calle 54 (2000) and Chico and Rita (2010). Pedrito was a founding member of the Afro-Cuban/Afro-Beat band, Yerba Buena, with which he recorded two albums and toured the world in the mid-to late-90’s. As leader, Pedrito has released two albums, the first one of which was nominated for a Grammy, in 2013. Habana Dreams, their second, was recorded in Cuba, and released in June 10, 2016 featuring, Ruben Blades, Isaac Delgado, Wynton Marsalis, and Angelique Kidjo. In February of 2019, Pedrito and Cuban pianist, Alfredo Rodriguez, a duo album with Quincy Jones as Executive Producer. In July 2019, Pedrito and Eric Clapton recorded a newly arranged version of Clapton’s song, My Father’s Eyes, and on September 22, Pedrito and Clapton performed together at Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival in Dallas, Texas. <em>Above photo by Richard Termine</em> <strong>About the Songs of Our People Songs of Our Neighbors series: </strong> Launched online in June 2020, this series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional, to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, live and prerecorded performances, and audience Q&amp;A, this series uses music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to receive the link <strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gK-u_dAVS9-TJKvuGjzyuw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></strong>. The Museum’s Zoom can accommodate 500 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed above—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. _____________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-sarah-aroeste-monastir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Sarah Aroeste </a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susan-gaeta/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susan Gaeta</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susana-behar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susana Behar</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<iframe style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNMAJH%2Fvideos%2F483363939394973%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0" width="560" height="314" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday, October 24 at 8 pm ET</b><b></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b></p> Join us for this performance from beloved Toronto vocalist, <strong>Aviva Chernick</strong>, as she sings songs in Ladino, Hebrew, Yiddish and English. For this performance she'll be joined by her amazing ensemble featuring <strong>Joel Schwartz</strong>, <strong>Justin Gray</strong>, <strong>Naghmeh Farhamand</strong>, plus special guest <strong>Maryem Tollar</strong>. This concert is the third episode of four from the series "Nu? Nu! The Barn Sessions". <strong>Episode Trailer </strong> <iframe style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAshkenazFestival%2Fvideos%2F394391638993442%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0" width="560" height="314" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <strong>About The Barn Sessions</strong> In July 2021, Ashkenaz presented its first official concerts with a live audience since the global pandemic began. The performances took place in the barn at Bela Farm, a beautiful property one hour northwest of Toronto. For all of the artists too, this was their first opportunity to perform for a live audience in over 18 months. The thrill and excitement of the artists and the small socially-distanced audiences was palpable. This magical week of concerts was documented with multiple cameras and mics and will be streamed in four episodes, on Sundays at 8pm ET throughout October. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>"The Barn Sessions" is presented Ashkenaz in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History.  </em> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-1-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 10 – Sergiu Popa &amp; ROMada (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-2-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 17 – Socalled with Toronto Jazz Orchestra (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-with-pedrito-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 26 - Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors with Pedrito Martinez</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-4-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 31 – Hartzedike-Lider (Barn Sessions)</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bFesekeTDCk" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Thursday, October 21 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free</b> <b>Press the "Play Button" Above to Watch</b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>"In every Shtetl, it's good have to have a <em>Bela Kazak</em>, somebody big enough and mean enough to fight off the Cossacks. If I have a role in our musical community I like to see myself that way." - Mark Rubin</strong></p> Join us for this program where we'll meet and chat with one of the great American Jewish musicians of our time. The Oklahoma-born, Texas-reared,  New Orleans residing, multi-instrumentalist <strong>Mark Rubin</strong> is an unabashed Southern Jew, known equally for his muscular musicianship and larger-than-life persona. In this interactive program, Rubin will share music from and insights into his new album <strong>The Triumph of Assimilation</strong>. <strong>About Mark Rubin</strong> Over an accomplished 30+ year career, Rubin has accompanied or produced a virtual who's-who of American traditional music, while straddling numerous musical genres, including Country, Western Swing, Bluegrass, Tex-Mex, Polka, Klezmer, Roma, and More. He is perhaps best known for co-founding the notorious proto-Americana band Bad Livers, though his more recent work as a first call tuba and bass player in the klezmer music scene has now earned him equivalent notoriety. His credits in the Jewish music world include long time collaborations with Frank London's Klezmer Brass All-Stars, The Other Europeans, and Andy Statman, as well as two decades on faculty at KlezKamp. He has been a featured performer and instructor with multiple appearances at Yiddish Summer Weimar, KlezFest London, KlezMore Vienna, Klezmer Festival Furth, Festival of Jewish Culture Krakow and more. Jews of Oklahoma debuted as a special feature at Toronto's Ashkenaz Festival in 2016. Today he lives and works as a professional musician in New Orleans and makes a study of the musical traditions and cultures of Southern Louisiana. He recently took a position at the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience where he jokingly describes his position as "living exhibition". _____________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is presented by the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at UCLA in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History.</em> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/568084951082506" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/637468517?h=c81bf5d75e" width="640" height="361" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> </div> <b>Wednesday, October 20 at 4 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=DrAlexandraFriedman&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>Click the "Play Button" Above to Watch</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>“In Judaism, there’s a belief that if you don’t use the gifts given to you by God, you’re not really honoring God” - Dr. Alexandra Friedman</em></strong></p> Join us for an interview with the awe inspiring medical doctor and mother of 10, <strong>Dr. Alexandra Friedman</strong>. In conversation with <strong>Rabbi Shira Stutman</strong>, we will learn about Dr. Friedman's upbringing, her decision to join the Hasidic movement after graduating from college, her commitment to religion and family as well as the myriad ways that she has stretched the community's social norms. <em>Photo of Dr Friedman by Naomi Lewkowicz</em> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNMAJH%2Fvideos%2F3083906658554194%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0" width="560" height="314" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Click the "Play" Button Above to Watch <strong>Sunday, October 17, at 8:00pm ET</strong></b></p> Join us for the North American premiere of a new program from the one and only <strong>Josh Dolgin</strong>, aka <strong>Socalled</strong>, performed with a 19-piece jazz big band directed by <strong>Josh Grossman</strong>. This concert is the second episode of four from the series entitled "Nu? Nu! The Barn Sessions". <strong>Series Trailer <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1bZQXbqZA9o" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></strong> <strong>About The Barn Sessions</strong> In July 2021, Ashkenaz presented its first official concerts with a live audience since the global pandemic began. The performances took place in the barn at Bela Farm, a beautiful property one hour northwest of Toronto. For all of the artists too, this was their first opportunity to perform for a live audience in over 18 months. The thrill and excitement of the artists and the small socially-distanced audiences was palpable. This magical week of concerts was documented with multiple cameras and mics and will be streamed in four episodes, on Sundays at 8pm ET throughout October. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>"The Barn Sessions" is presented Ashkenaz in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History. </em> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-1-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 10 – Sergiu Popa &amp; ROMada (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-3-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 24 – Aviva Chernick and La Serena Trio (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-with-pedrito-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 26 - Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors with Pedrito Martinez</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-4-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 31 – Hartzedike-Lider (Barn Sessions)</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe style="border: none; overflow: hidden;" src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FNMAJH%2Fvideos%2F238703374894804%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0" width="560" height="314" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Sunday, October 10 at 8 pm ET </b><b>Click the "Play" Button Above to Watch!</b></p> Join us for the world premiere of <strong>ROMada,</strong> the all-star ensemble of Roma musicians living in Canada led by the Moldavian-born, Montreal-based accordionist <strong>Sergiu Popa</strong>. This is the first episode of four in the series "Nu? Nu! The Barn Sessions". <strong>About The Barn Sessions</strong> In July 2021, Ashkenaz presented its first official concerts with a live audience since the global pandemic began. The performances took place in the barn at Bela Farm, a beautiful property one hour northwest of Toronto. For all of the artists too, this was their first opportunity to perform for a live audience in over 18 months. The thrill and excitement of the artists and the small socially-distanced audiences was palpable. This magical week of concerts was documented with multiple cameras and mics and will be streamed in four episodes, on Sundays at 8pm ET throughout October. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>"The Barn Sessions" is presented by Ashkenaz in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History. </em> ___________________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-2-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 17 – Socalled with Toronto Jazz Orchestra (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-3-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 24 – Aviva Chernick and La Serena Trio (Barn Sessions)</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-with-pedrito-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 26 - Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors with Pedrito Martinez</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-barn-sessions-episode-4-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">October 31 – Hartzedike-Lider (Barn Sessions)</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<b>Sunday, September 19 at 1 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SefaradPart3&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>Watch on Zoom - <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/168614868611" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Here</a></b> <strong>Part 3- In the Footsteps of the Crypto Jews: A story of Agony, Survival and Redemption</strong> <div class="page" title="Page 1"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> Join Dr. Isaac Amon, JHA’s Director of Research &amp; Project Development on September 19th for Part 3, the “In the Footsteps of the Crypto Jews: A story of Agony, Survival and Redemption”. In this third and final webinar of the series, we will walk in the long shadows of Sefardic Crypto-Jews who lived their lives deprived of access to normative Judaism and under constant threat of severe, life-threatening punishment by the Iberian Inquisition. Despite incredible obstacles, many Crypto-Jews strove to remain faithful, over the centuries, to their ancestral faith and traditions. This remarkable story of resilience, survival, and redemption recreated Jewish communities across Europe and the New World, and continues in our time, contributing to the indelible legacy of Sefarad. </div> </div> </div> </div> <strong>About the three part Series:</strong> Jewish history and communal life on the Iberian Peninsula originated in the time of the Roman Empire. Under Muslim rule, prosperous, flourishing, and well-integrated Jewish communities achieved financial, social, and intellectual success and during the Golden Age, Spain became the center of the Jewish world in Europe. However, due to political and social developments in the Late Middle Ages, life markedly changed as persecution, discrimination, and forced conversions ensued, culminating with the royal decree to expel Spanish Jewry in 1492. This infamous edict, which followed a long trend in European history, led to the Sephardic Diaspora as Iberian Jewry sought new places of refuge, creating new worlds for themselves and their descendants. Yet, more than five centuries later, the ancestral call of Sefarad remains. <strong>Watch Sefarad: The Untold Story that Changed the World Parts 1 and 2</strong> Part 1 of this series was held on August 1 and can be rewatched anytime <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/jha-sefarad-part-1-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></strong>. Part 2 of this series was held on August 19 and can be rewatched anytime <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/sefarad-the-untold-story-that-changed-the-world-part-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></strong>. _________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is being presented by the Jewish Heritage Alliance in partnership with The National Museum of American Jewish History, ANU Museum of the Jewish People, Museum of Jewish Heritage, The American Sephardi Federation's Institute of Jewish Experience, JewishGen, Fundación HispanoJudía, EJCC European Jewish Community Center, University of Miami (Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies and the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies), and the Dahan Center at Bar Ilan University. </em>

<h1 style="text-align: center;"><strong>EVENT POSTPONED</strong></h1> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Thursday, September 2 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=PetritoMartinez&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>"Pedrito is a genius... working with him has been a revelation to me.”</strong> <b>Wynton Marsalis</b></p> Celebrate and explore the music of the Grammy-nominated vocalist and Afro-Cuban percussion master, <strong>Pedrito Martinez</strong>, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most innovative Latin percussionists on the planet. In the ninth episode of <em>Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors</em>, Martinez will chat with NMAJH Public Programs Manager and musician, Dan Samuels, about his childhood in Cuba, the history of Afro-Cuban music, his musical collaborations with the Greats like Paul Simon, Quincy Jones, and Wynton Marsalis, and the intertwined nature of his life as both a master musician and Santero (Santeria Priest). <strong>About Pedrito Martinez</strong> Pedro Pablo “Pedrito” Martinez was born in Havana, Cuba, Sept 12, 1973 and began his musical career at the age of 11. Since settling in New York City in the fall of 1998, Pedrito has recorded or performed with Wynton Marsalis, Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, and Sting, and has contributed to well over 100 albums. A master of Afro-Cuban folkloric music and the batá drum he has played and sung with dozens of Cuban rumba groups and contributed to several important films, including Calle 54 (2000) and Chico and Rita (2010). Pedrito was a founding member of the Afro-Cuban/Afro-Beat band, Yerba Buena, with which he recorded two albums and toured the world in the mid-to late-90’s. As leader, Pedrito has released two albums, the first one of which was nominated for a Grammy, in 2013. Habana Dreams, their second, was recorded in Cuba, and released in June 10, 2016 featuring, Ruben Blades, Isaac Delgado, Wynton Marsalis, and Angelique Kidjo. In February of 2019, Pedrito and Cuban pianist, Alfredo Rodriguez, a duo album with Quincy Jones as Executive Producer. In July 2019, Pedrito and Eric Clapton recorded a newly arranged version of Clapton’s song, My Father’s Eyes, and on September 22, Pedrito and Clapton performed together at Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival in Dallas, Texas. <em>Above photo by Richard Termine</em> <strong>About the Songs of Our People Songs of Our Neighbors series: </strong> Launched online in June 2020, this series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional, to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, live and prerecorded performances, and audience Q&amp;A, this series uses music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to receive the link–<strong><del datetime="2021-09-02T16:59:14+00:00">click here</del></strong>. The Museum’s Zoom can accommodate 1000 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed above—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. _____________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-sarah-aroeste-monastir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Sarah Aroeste </a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susan-gaeta/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susan Gaeta</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susana-behar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susana Behar</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<div id="fb-root"></div> <iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/596725887?h=437bfd7ff5" width="640" height="350" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <b>Wednesday, September 1 at 1 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=MortmanRabbisCongress&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> In this program we will be joined by <strong>Howard Mortman</strong>, author of the new book <em>When Rabbis Bless Congress: The Great American Story of Jewish Prayers on Capitol Hill</em>. After sharing an overview of this little studied 247-year history, Mortman will also commemorate the upcoming 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks by giving us an inside look at the prayers Rabbis offered in congress in the days, weeks, and months after 9/11. The program will include photos, videos, and audience Q&amp;A. <strong>About Howard Mortman</strong> Howard Mortman has been C-SPAN’s Communications Director since early 2009.  He directs media outreach, corporate communications, and public relations efforts for the nation’s only public affairs cable television network.  The <em>Washington Post</em> has recognized C-SPAN for its “importance as a means of mass civic education … without any taxpayer money.” The <em>Washington Post</em> has also called C-SPAN "the channel that has achieved cult status among policy geeks." Mortman is responsible for planning and executing the strategic vision for extending the C-SPAN brand and content among traditional and social media.  Critical to this effort is working with the next generation of journalists and new media outlets and platforms. Mortman's first book, <em>When Rabbis Bless Congress: The Great American Story of Jewish Prayers on Capitol Hill" </em>was published in October 2020. It is the first-ever academic and historical examination of a little-known tradition in Congress: opening each session of the House and Senate in prayer. Reporting on the research into rabbis who have prayed in Congress, the <em><a href="https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/washington-secrets/amen-congress-moves-to-keep-god-in-daily-prayer-thwart-atheist-movement" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Washington Examiner calls his project</a></em> "a remarkable history researched by Howard Mortman." <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 1pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom:<span style="font-weight: 400;"> The museum can welcome 500 people to attend this program on Zoom. Guarantee your spot by registering today–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dxx4DB41Rq-4gyhsFNt9Dw" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>.</span></b>

<b>Sunday, August 22, 2:00 pm ET</b> <strong>In Person at <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/vFkXGtJcxbPbKCBm7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Congregation Rodeph Shalom</a> in Philadelphia, PA</strong> <strong>Free, No RSVP or Registration Required</strong> <b>All in attendance are required to wear face masks</b> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>In Loving Memory of Cantor David S. Wisnia </strong>Cantor David S. Wisnia, 94, passed away on June 15, 2021.</p> David Wisnia was a vocalist, composer, educator and beloved community leader. Later in life, he would use his powerful baritone to share with the world his remarkable tale of surviving the Holocaust through story and song, tracing his harrowing journey from young Polish singing star to Auschwitz prisoner to American liberator with the 101st Airborne. Cantor Wisnia’s remarkable singing voice helped save him in the Nazi concentration camp. David will certainly be remembered for his incredible voice, but he will also be remembered for his love of hot soup, fancy cars, teaching his students, and making friends with anyone and everyone he came into contact with. David will be dearly missed by so many, but his story, his voice, and his legacy will continue to resonate from generation to generation. Please join us as we come together in community to remember him. For more information, please visit: <a title="http://www.onevoicetwolives.com/news" href="http://www.onevoicetwolives.com/news" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.onevoicetwolives.com/news</a> Read the complete obituary <a title="https://orlandsmemorialchapel.com/cantor-david-wisnia/" href="https://orlandsmemorialchapel.com/cantor-david-wisnia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>HERE</strong></a>. Read the New York Times tribute <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/25/nyregion/david-wisnia-auschwitz-dead.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>HERE</strong></a>. Rewatch the NMAJH program about the life of David S. Wisnia <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/from-generation-to-generation/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a></strong>. &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/n6pyxbxKM_4" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe> <b></b></p> <strong>Part 2 - Challenging Religious Authority: The Birth of Heresy and the Inquisition</strong> The history of the Jews in Spain evokes both great achievements and the depths of despair. The Inquisition is infamous in popular culture for the severity of its tortures and persecution of heretics. In Spain and Portugal, this powerful tribunal sanctioned by the Catholic Church became obsessed with the phenomenon of “Judaizing” (Jews who were forcibly converted to Christianity but who secretly tried to keep the Laws of Moses). In this webinar, <strong>Dr. Isaac Amon</strong> will examine the Iberian Inquisition and its relentless pursuit of Crypto-Judaism for three and a half centuries on five continents, reshaping the world of Sefarad. The program will also feature a musical presentation by the Israeli-Portuguese ensemble, <strong><a href="https://al-fado.com/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Al'Fado</a></strong>. In this webinar we will feature their musical video for the song <em>Rikordus di mi Nona,</em> which was written by the late Flory Jagoda, of blessed memory, a Ladino legend that survived the two world wars and settled in America where she became a world-renowned figure of the Sephardic culture. Al’Fado’s lead singer, Gal, had the opportunity to meet her and obtained her permission to recreate the song which describes her childhood memories in the former Yugoslavia. <strong>About the three part Series:</strong> Jewish history and communal life on the Iberian Peninsula originated in the time of the Roman Empire. Under Muslim rule, prosperous, flourishing, and well-integrated Jewish communities achieved financial, social, and intellectual success and during the Golden Age, Spain became the center of the Jewish world in Europe. However, due to political and social developments in the Late Middle Ages, life markedly changed as persecution, discrimination, and forced conversions ensued, culminating with the royal decree to expel Spanish Jewry in 1492. This infamous edict, which followed a long trend in European history, led to the Sephardic Diaspora as Iberian Jewry sought new places of refuge, creating new worlds for themselves and their descendants. Yet, more than five centuries later, the ancestral call of Sefarad remains. Part 1 of this series was held on August 1 and can be rewatched anytime <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/jha-sefarad-part-1-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a></strong>. Part 3 of this series will take place at 1pm on September 19. More information <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/sefarad-the-untold-story-that-changed-the-world-part-3/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>here</strong></a>. _________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is being presented by the Jewish Heritage Alliance in partnership with The National Museum of American Jewish History, ANU Museum of the Jewish People, Museum of Jewish Heritage, The American Sephardi Federation's Institute of Jewish Experience, JewishGen, Fundación HispanoJudía, EJCC European Jewish Community Center, University of Miami (Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies and the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies), and the Dahan Center at Bar Ilan University. </em>

<div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/137051607986184" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> <blockquote class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore" cite="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/137051607986184/">&nbsp;</blockquote> </div> <div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Songs of Our People Songs of Our Neighbors with Susana Behar" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/589413660?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479&amp;h=04ebf9de39" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <p style="text-align: center;">To support events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SusanaBehar&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <b>Wednesday, August 18 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SusanaBehar&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> Celebrate and explore the music of the Havana-born singer of Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) and Latin American songs, <strong>Susana Behar</strong>, who recently finished an artist residency at the History Miami Museum. In the eighth episode of <em>Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors</em>, Behar will chat with NMAJH Public Programs Manager and musician, Dan Samuels, about how she came to Sephardic music, her family's history from Spain to Miami, and her love of teaching and sustaining Sephardic culture. Behar will be accompanied by guitarist Michel Gonzalez for the live performance portions of the program. <strong>About Susana Behar</strong> Inspired by her distinct heritage, vocalist Susana Behar shares her passion for Latin American popular song, coupled with the evocative music of her Sephardic ancestors. Born in Havana to a Cuban/Turkish Sephardic family, she grew up listening to the Ladino music brought with her grandparents when they came to Cuba as well as the myriad other musical styles which filled the streets, cafes and clubs in Havana. In 1965 Behar emigrated to Venezuela where she explored and performed the music of her newly adopted country, its neighbors, all while continuing to study and perform the music of Sephardic Jews as well as earning a master’s degree in Biology from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. In 1983, she emigrated once again, this time to the United States where she has lived ever since. Behar has performed across the United States as well as in Mexico, Canada, Japan and Israel. <strong>About the Songs of Our People Songs of Our Neighbors series: </strong> Launched online in June 2020, this series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional, to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, live and prerecorded performances, and audience Q&amp;A, this series uses music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom: </b>The museum can welcome 500 people to attend this program on Zoom. Guarantee your spot by registering today–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Z7G32AWTQXil1abfBtZfew" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. <b></b>_______________________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-pedrito-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Pedrito Martinez</a> - September 2 <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-sarah-aroeste-monastir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Sarah Aroeste </a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susan-gaeta/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susan Gaeta</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="https://nmajh.org/nei" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to visit the NEI website for details and to register.</strong></h6> <h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong>This year's Institute will be held online from August 16-18.</strong></h6> This online seminar and workshop, now in its fifth year, will 1) expand how you understand and teach<b> </b>the American Jewish experience: past, present, and future; 2) introduce new ways to stimulate your students’ curiosity and critical thinking through inquiry-based learning; and 3) provide a space to engage with top scholars and practitioners in the field and develop professional connections with fellow teachers...<a href="https://nmajh.org/nei" target="_blank" rel="noopener">READ MORE</a>. &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9qwbiPH7xj4" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <b>Sunday, August 1 at 1 pm ET</b> <b>Free on Zoom only, Registration Required - <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sefarad-the-untold-story-that-changed-the-world-tickets-163389535499" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> <em><strong>In the Beginning: From King Solomon to the Ends of the Earth</strong></em> The history of the Jews in Spain evokes both great achievements and the depths of despair. In this presentation, <strong>Dr. Isaac Amon</strong> will take us from the early arrival of the Jews to the Iberian Peninsula, through the “Golden Age”, a time of intellectual, social, and financial achievements to the dark periods of riots, massacres, and forced conversions, concluding with the creation of the Inquisition and the expulsion of Spanish Jewry which led to the Sephardic diaspora and forever changed the course of history. The program will also feature,<strong>Dr. Michelle G Willmer</strong>, a dramatic and evocative award-winning composer, conductor and educator who will share with us a part of her moving musical arrangement “A Letter Fell Out of the Sky”, a two-movement piece commemorating the expulsion of the Jews from Spain in 1492. <strong>About the three part Series:</strong> Jewish history and communal life on the Iberian Peninsula originated in the time of the Roman Empire. Under Moslem rule, prosperous, flourishing, and well-integrated Jewish communities achieved financial, social, and intellectual success and during the Golden Age, Spain became the center of the Jewish world in Europe. However, due to political and social developments in the Late Middle Ages, life markedly changed as persecution, discrimination, and forced conversions ensued, culminating with the royal decree to expel Spanish Jewry in 1492. This infamous edict, which followed a long trend in European history, led to the Sefardic Diaspora as Iberian Jewry sought new places of refuge, creating new worlds for themselves and their descendants. Yet, more than five centuries later, the ancestral call of Sefarad remains. Parts 2 of this series can be rewatched anytime <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/sefarad-the-untold-story-that-changed-the-world-part-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. Part 3 of this series will take place at 1pm September 19. Stay tuned for more information. _________________________________________________________________________________________ <em>This program is being presented by the Jewish Heritage Alliance in partnership with The National Museum of American Jewish History, ANU Museum of the Jewish People, Museum of Jewish Heritage, The American Sephardi Federation's Institute of Jewish Experience, JewishGen, Fundación HispanoJudía, EJCC European Jewish Community Center, University of Miami (Leonard Miller Center for Contemporary Judaic Studies and the George Feldenkreis Program in Judaic Studies), and the Dahan Center at Bar Ilan University. </em>

<div><strong><em>THE LAST BOY in The Second Republic of SHKID</em> </strong></div> <div><strong>A New Play with Music</strong></div> <div><strong>July 10 - July 25</strong></div> <div><strong>Off-Broadway at the Theatre at St. Clement's | New York, NY</strong></div> <em>This is an in-person event held in New York City. Tickets are required. </em> A new play with music, <em> THE LAST BOY in The Second Republic of SHKID </em>is a work of historical fiction inspired by Terezin survivor Sidney Taussig and his roommates in Dorm Number One who created the longest running underground publication of the Holocaust. Poems, prose, and songs from the magazine are threaded throughout this gripping story of human triumph told through the eyes of teenage boys. <a href="https://thelastboy.info/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE</a> for more information, videos, and to purchase tickets. <em>The Museum is honored to be a benefiting partner of this production. Special thanks to playwright Steven Fisher and longtime Museum friend and Survivor, Suzanne Cohn. We were able to help honor the real-life "Last Boy" Sidney Taussig in June 2019 at the Museum, pictured above. We're proud to continue to be associated with his legacy and this important story. </em> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<b>Thursday, July 22, 7pm - 10pm </b> <strong>In Person at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA</strong> <strong>$10 in Advance, $20 Day of Show</strong> Join the Chevra for the "Festival of Love", in celebration of Tu'Bav. This in person event for young professionals will be taking place at The Foundry in Philadelphia, PA, and aims to bring people together as a community during the mystical Jewish holiday of Tu'Bav, "and bring a little bit of peace and love into the world during these turbulent times". <strong>More about Tu'Bav</strong> Just as many tragic events occurred on Tisha B'Av (the 9th day of the Jewish month of Av) many auspicious events transpired on Tu B'Av (the 15th day of Av). The Talmud tells us that many years ago the “daughters of Jerusalem would go dance in the vineyards” on the 15th of Av, and “whoever did not have a wife would go there” to find himself a bride. The Talmud considered it the greatest festival of the year, with Yom Kippur a close second! As the “full moon” of the tragic month of Av, it is the festival of the future redemption and a day of reconciliation and unity. In modern times, it has become a festival of love and is often celebrated with live music &amp; wedding celebrations. <strong>For more info and to RSVP check out the Facebook event here</strong> <a title="https://fb.me/e/Iooz1HZ2" href="https://fb.me/e/Iooz1HZ2">https://fb.me/e/Iooz1HZ2</a> <em>"Festival Ahava" is being produced by The Chevra in partnership with The National Musuem of American Jewish History, Hillel's Grad Network, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, Meor Philadelphia, Moishe House Philadelphia, and Tribe 12. </em> &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/578575577" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;">To support events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=Gaeta&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <div></div> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>"She feels it, and that's how you sing Ladino songs, the only way, you put the soul in it.”</strong> <b>Flory Jagoda on Susan Gaeta</b></p> Celebrate and explore the music of the international Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) singer, <strong>Susan Gaeta</strong>, who toured the world and apprenticed with the "Keeper of the Flame" Flory Jagoda (z"l).  In the seventh episode of  <em>Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors</em>, Gaeta will chat with NMAJH Public Programs Manager and musician, Dan Samuels about how she came to Sephardic music, and the myriad ways she has and continues to preserve the stories and music of the NEA National Heritage Fellowship Award-winning ladino music legend, Flory Jagoda. <strong>About Susan Gaeta</strong> Susan Gaeta is a Master Artist at Virginia Humanities and an important member of a new generation of musicians who are exploring the varied traditions of Sephardic music. Susan lived in Buenos Aires, Argentina for eight years where she performed classic jazz and traditional Argentine folk songs. Under the auspices of the 2002-2003 Folklife Apprenticeship Program to the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities, Susan completed studies with National Heritage Fellow, Flory Jagoda, composer, singer, and musician known as the “Keeper of the Flame” of Sephardic music. Susan continued to perform with Flory for several years as a duo and with the Flory Jagoda Trio. She has appeared at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, at the Greater Washington Folk Festival, the United States Holocaust Museum, before numerous Jewish and inter-faith communities and in historic concerts in Istanbul and Sarajevo. She performs nationally as a soloist, as a member of Trio Sefardi and with Minnush, a folk-jazz Sephardic band formed in 2018 with her apprentice, Gina Sobel. <strong>About the Songs of Our People Songs of Our Neighbors series: </strong> Launched online in June 2020, this series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional, to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, live and prerecorded performances, and audience Q&amp;A, this series uses music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. _____________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-sarah-aroeste-monastir/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Sarah Aroeste </a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susana-behar/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susana Behar</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-pedrito-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Pedrito Martinez</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<b>Sunday, July 11 at 10 am ET</b> <b></b><b>Program available on Zoom only</b> <b>Registration Required - $2.99 fee - <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2716250015825/WN_BYayfuE-RxWJNrIrkNnRrQ?mc_cid=51c1451ba3&amp;mc_eid=f79fa1cf4e" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here to register</a></b> Join us this sunday as we learn to cook a meal with Author, Historian and Chef, <strong>Hélène Jawhara-Piñer. </strong>In this, the eleventh episode of the American Sephardi Federation's series, <em>Sephardic Culinary History with Hélène Jawhara-Piñer</em> attendees will learn to prepare two sephardic salads with foods from the new world. <strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2716250015825/WN_BYayfuE-RxWJNrIrkNnRrQ?mc_cid=51c1451ba3&amp;mc_eid=f79fa1cf4e" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong> to find the ingredient list. <strong>About the Hélène Jawhara-Piñer</strong> Hélène Jawhara Piñer is a PhD in Medieval History and the History of Food. She was awarded the American Sephardi Federation's Broome and Allen Fellowship in 2018 in recognition of her impressive academic accomplishments and service of the Sephardic community. Her research interests are the medieval culinary history of Spain through inter and multiculturalism with a special focus on the Jewish culinary heritage written in Arabic. From Barcelona, Santa Barbara, Bar-Ilan University in Israel and beyond, Piñer has given lectures on subjects such as Reflections on the Jewish heritage according to the Kitab al-tabih, "Jewish cuisine in old cookbooks of the Iberian Peninsula", "Jews and Muslims at the Table" and much more. <strong>Interested in purchasing a copy of the book for yourself or as a gift? </strong>Visit our online Museum Store to <a href="https://judaicashop.net/p-11401-sephardi.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">order your autographed copy today</a>. <em>This program is presented by the <a href="https://americansephardi.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The American Sephardi Federation</a> in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em>

<b>Sunday, July 11 at 10 am ET</b> <b></b><b>Program available on Zoom only</b> <b>Registration Required - $2.99 fee - <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2716250015825/WN_BYayfuE-RxWJNrIrkNnRrQ?mc_cid=51c1451ba3&amp;mc_eid=f79fa1cf4e" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here to register</a></b> Join us this sunday as we learn to cook a meal with Author, Historian and Chef, <strong>Hélène Jawhara-Piñer. </strong>In this, the eleventh episode of the American Sephardi Federation's series, <em>Sephardic Culinary History with Hélène Jawhara-Piñer</em> attendees will learn to prepare two sephardic salads with foods from the new world. <strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2716250015825/WN_BYayfuE-RxWJNrIrkNnRrQ?mc_cid=51c1451ba3&amp;mc_eid=f79fa1cf4e" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong> to find the ingredient list. <strong>About the Hélène Jawhara-Piñer</strong> Hélène Jawhara Piñer is a PhD in Medieval History and the History of Food. She was awarded the American Sephardi Federation's Broome and Allen Fellowship in 2018 in recognition of her impressive academic accomplishments and service of the Sephardic community. Her research interests are the medieval culinary history of Spain through inter and multiculturalism with a special focus on the Jewish culinary heritage written in Arabic. From Barcelona, Santa Barbara, Bar-Ilan University in Israel and beyond, Piñer has given lectures on subjects such as Reflections on the Jewish heritage according to the Kitab al-tabih, "Jewish cuisine in old cookbooks of the Iberian Peninsula", "Jews and Muslims at the Table" and much more. <strong>Interested in purchasing a copy of the book for yourself or as a gift? </strong>Visit our online Museum Store to <a href="https://judaicashop.net/p-11401-sephardi.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">order your autographed copy today</a>. <em>This program is presented by the <a href="https://americansephardi.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The American Sephardi Federation</a> in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em>

<div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors E6 with Sarah Aroeste - &amp;quot;Monastir&amp;quot; album release event" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/572658588?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> <p style="text-align: center;">To support events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=Monastir&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <b>Wednesday, July 7 at 8 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=Monastir&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>"I had to use music, my best form of expression, to do my part in helping to preserve this important slice of history that is at the root of so much of my Sephardic identity.”</strong> <strong>Sarah Aroeste on creating <em>Monastir</em></strong></p> Join us for the album release event for Sarah Aroeste's brand-new album <em>Monastir</em> during the sixth episode of our livestream music and conversation series, <em>Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors</em>. Aroeste, an international Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) singer/songwriter, author, and activist will perform live from the piano in her home studio as well as share the world premiere of the official music video for <em>Espinelo</em>. Dedicated to studying, preserving, and evolving Ladino culture, Aroeste will offer insights into the research, family history, and international collaborations that made this just-released album possible. Jewish life in Monastir–known today as Bitola in North Macedonia–was wiped out during WWII. From <em>kantikas</em> (folk songs) to <em>romances</em> (narrative ballads often inspired by epic Medieval tales), and from centuries-old melodies to originals, each song in this album has a story that brings the rich history of Jewish Monastir back to life. <strong>About the Album "Monastir"</strong> When Sarah Aroeste’s ancestors were kicked out of Spain following the Alhambra Decree in 1492, they, like many other Spanish Jewish families (known as Sephardim), migrated east and  settled in Monastir, a Balkan city at the commercial crossroads between Turkey and Western Europe, in what is now North Macedonia. For centuries, the Jewish community of Monastir flourished alongside its neighbors and enjoyed a unique history, with its own customs, religious observances, linguistic patterns and more. But nothing could prevent WWII and the Nazi invasion from decimating Monastir and her neighboring Jewish communities. On March 11, 1943, 3,276 of Monastir’s Jewish men, women, and children were rounded up and transported to their deaths at Treblinka concentration camp. Monastir lost 98% of its Jewish population, and with that, an entire culture. Altogether, 7,215 Macedonian Jews perished. Today, there are approximately 200 people who make up a Jewish community in the capital of Skopje, and not a single Jew left in Monastir, since renamed as Bitola. But the legacy of Jewish Monastir lives on. “This project is the culmination of years of research and collaboration with participants across the globe,” says Aroeste. “After performing in Monastir for the first time in 2017, I was astounded by the reception I received from citizens who were so eager to engage with me and my family history. I was touched beyond measure, especially since no Jews have lived in Monastir since WWII. I knew then that I had to use music, my best form of expression, to do my part in helping to preserve this important slice of history that is at the root of so much of my Sephardic identity.” And so, The Monastir Project was born. <strong>About the Songs of Our People Songs of Our Neighbors series: </strong> Launched online in June 2020, this series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional, to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, live and prerecorded performances, and audience Q&amp;A, this series uses music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tdrdz1ONTkOE5jHpu_iykw"><strong>click here</strong></a>. The Museum’s Zoom can accommodate 500 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed above—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <hr /> <em>This program is being presented by the National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with UCLA's Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2146 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/NMAJH-color500x250-1-scaled-1-1366x684.jpg" alt="" width="425" height="213" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1652 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="593" height="111" /> _____________________________________________________________________________ <strong>You may also be interested in...</strong> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susan-gaeta/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susan Gaeta</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-susana-behar" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Susana Behar</a> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/songs-of-our-people-songs-of-our-neighbors-pedrito-martinez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Songs of Our People, Songs of Our Neighbors: Pedrito Martinez</a> &nbsp;

<div style="padding: 75% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="Sephardi: Cooking with H&amp;eacute;l&amp;egrave;ne Jawhara Pi&amp;ntilde;er" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/569595727?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></div> To download Hélène Jawhara Piñer's recipe that was demonstrated in this program, <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Fidāwīsh-Recipe-NMAJH.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here: Fidāwīsh Recipe</a></strong>. <p style="text-align: center;">To support events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SEPHARDI&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> &nbsp; <b>Wednesday, June 30 at 1 pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SEPHARDI&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 </a><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=SEPHARDI&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton">donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> <strong><em>Sephardi: Cooking the History</em></strong> is a meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated book of recipes grounded in the history of the Jews of Spain's golden age. In this program, author, chef, and historian, <em><strong>Hélène Jawhara Piñer</strong></em> will cook up something delicious from her new book (release date: June 15, 2021) while she shares with us how she came to write the book, and how she became a chef with a PhD who specializes in the history of medieval Spanish Jews. <strong>About the Author</strong> Hélène Jawhara Piñer is a PhD in Medieval History and the History of Food. She was awarded the American Sephardi Federation's Broome and Allen Fellowship in 2018 in recognition of her impressive academic accomplishments and service of the Sephardic community. Her research interests are the medieval culinary history of Spain through inter and multiculturalism with a special focus on the Jewish culinary heritage written in Arabic. From Barcelona, Santa Barbara, Bar-Ilan University in Israel and beyond, Piñer has given lectures on subjects such as Reflections on the Jewish heritage according to the Kitab al-tabih, "Jewish cuisine in old cookbooks of the Iberian Peninsula", "Jews and Muslims at the Table" and much more. <strong>Interested in purchasing a copy of the book for yourself or as a gift? </strong>Visit our online Museum Store to <a href="https://judaicashop.net/p-11401-sephardi.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pre-order your copy today</a>. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook: </b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 1pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bEUynBCQTyKAbShvyA9MqQ"><strong>click here</strong></a>. The Museum’s Zoom can accommodate 500 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed above—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <em>This program is presented by the National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership <a href="https://americansephardi.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The American Sephardi Federation</a></em>

<div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"> <b>Friday, June 25, 2021</b> <b>6:30pm ET</b> <b>This event will be held via Zoom - registration required, <a href="https://jfcsphilly-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvcu2spjgrHNSaf6Dy1fsaJl1ysp2orFxP?fbclid=IwAR3Wo191aH0pDtJOHspPO76JgUSCaWa4NlUB5IKx4zliLU6f3TZXKU1pIWA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a></b> J.Proud, the Philadelphia Consortium of Jewish organizations committed to LGBTQ inclusion, is hosting a pride shabbat! Leaders and community members from J.Proud partner organizations will lead us in prayer, in song, and in conversation. Join us to celebrate the beautiful combination of your Jewish and your LGBTQ identity in a community-building shabbat service. All are welcome! </div> <strong> More about J.Proud</strong> J.Proud is a greater Philadelphia based consortium of Jewish organizations committed to LGBTQ inclusion. J.Proud's consortium of members, including Jewish organizations, synagogues, schools and other institutions are committed to creating, nurturing and supporting a comprehensive net of LGBTQ-inclusive programs and resources for the Jewish LGBTQ community in the Greater Philadelphia area. J.Proud hosts events throughout the year for the LGBTQ community, their families and friends in an effort to create spaces that foster building community and pride in being Jewish and LGBTQ. <div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"> <p class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"></p> </div>

<iframe title="Jew-Ish: Cooking with Jake Cohen" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/567555377?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" width="640" height="288" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe> Celebrate PRIDE Month with NMAJH and New York Times best selling author, Jake Cohen. In this program, Jake will cook a selected recipe from Jew-ish, his newly released and highly acclaimed cookbook. <p style="text-align: center;">To support events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JakeCohen&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <b><span style="color: #000000;"> Wednesday, June 23 at 1 pm ET Free with suggested<a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JakeCohen&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> $10 donation</a> See "Ways to Watch" below</span></b> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #008080;"><strong><em>"For Alex; this book is nothing short of our love story." </em></strong></span></p> Celebrate PRIDE Month with NMAJH and <em>New York Times</em> best selling author, <strong>Jake Cohen</strong>. In this program, Jake will cook a selected recipe (to be announced!) from <strong><em>Jew-ish</em></strong>, his newly released and highly acclaimed cookbook. He will offer personal insights into the recipes, and the relationships and stories behind them. <span style="color: #008080;"><strong>About <em>Jew-ish</em> and Jake Cohen</strong></span> In <em>Jew-ish</em><em>, </em>Cohen reinvents the food of his Ashkenazi heritage and draws inspiration from his husband Alex's Persian-Iraqi traditions to offer recipes that are modern, fresh, and enticing for a whole new generation of readers. Alongside the 100-plus recipes, Cohen shares a step by step guide to making shabbat and entertaining a crowd, creatively customized menus for holidays like Passover and Rosh Hashannah, as well as narrative interactions with his in-laws and parents which offer readers myriad moments to laugh and cry out loud. <span style="color: #008000;"><strong><span style="color: #008080;">Interested in purchasing a copy of <em>Jew-ish </em>for yourself or as a gift?</span> </strong></span>Visit our online Museum Store to <a href="https://judaicashop.net/p-11258-jew-ish-reinvented-recipes-from-a-modern-mensch-autographed.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">purchase an autographed copy today</a>. <span style="color: #008080;"><strong>Ways to Watch</strong></span> <b>Facebook</b><i>: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 1pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website</b><i>: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom</b><i>: </i>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_APqC9y-4S82X-adN7UetHQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. The Museum's Zoom can accommodate 500 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed above—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <em>In partnership with: </em> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/J.ProudEvents" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-1728 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/j.proud-logo-e1616769610609.jpg" alt="" width="239" height="119" /></a> &nbsp;

<strong>Friday, June 18 at <b>5:00pm ET<strong> <strong>Free<strong> <strong>See "Ways to Watch" below<strong> </strong></strong></strong></strong></strong></b></strong> <iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/l9dEboV45X8" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> We are honored to help present this Kabbalat Shabbat organized by our friends at Be'chol Lashon in celebration of the most recognized African-American holiday observance in the United States. The program will be feature appearances by <a href="https://www.rabbisandralawson.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Rabbi Sandra Lawson</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.sabrinasojourner.net/about" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Cantor Sabrina Sojourner</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.schusterman.org/users/isaiah-rothstein" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Isaiah Rothstein</strong></a>, <a href="https://www.rebeccasmangafrank.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Rebecca S'Manga Frank</strong></a>, and <strong><a href="https://forward.com/author/robin-washington/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Robin Washington</a>. </strong> <div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"> <strong>About Juneteenth</strong> June 19, 1865 is considered the date when the last slaves in America were freed. Although the rumors of freedom were widespread prior to this, actual emancipation did not come until General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas with the news that the Civil War had ended and that 250,000 enslaved people were now free. Although the Emancipation Proclamation had formally freed them almost two and a half years earlier (January 1, 1863), Texas was the most remote of the slave states with few Union troops, so enforcement of the proclamation had been slow. Juneteenth continues to expand as Black Americans seek to make sure that the events of 1865 are not lost to history. Juneteenth is increasing in popularity in the US and activists are pushing Congress to recognize Juneteenth as a national holiday. On January 1, 1980,  “Emancipation Day in Texas” became an official state holiday and California, Wisconsin, Illinois, Georgia, and Washington, D.C followed. Today, only four states (Hawaii, North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana) do not recognize Juneteenth. In 2018, Apple added Juneteenth to its calendars in iOS under official US holidays. Juneteenth celebrations often focuses on education and prayers with guest speakers and elders who recount the events of the past. Certain foods have became popular with Juneteenth celebrations such as strawberry soda, barbecue,  watermelon and red velvet cake are several red foods, symbolizing the blood and resilience of former slaves. For others, it means indulging in traditional black Southern cuisine like fried chicken, collard greens and cornbread. As Martin Luther King said in his “I have a dream” speech, “Until All are Free, None are Free,” an oft repeated maxim that highlights the significance of the end of the era of slavery in the United States. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <strong>Youtube: </strong>All who register will receive a reminder email containing the link to the event one week before the event and one hour before the event starts. <strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-kabbalat-shabbat-tickets-157878852899" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a></strong> to register. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. </div> <div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"> &nbsp; <em>This program is organized by Be'chol Lashon in partnership with The National Museum of American Jewish History, OneTable, 18Doors, JCC Manhattan, the Union for Reform Judaism and the PJ Library. </em> </div>

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/561511498" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p style="text-align: center;">Celebrating the Life of Ron Rubin Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 7 pm ET This online tribute event was held via Zoom. <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Please consider making a gift to the Ron Rubin Memorial Fund at NMAJH</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--small box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/341115/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=RonRubinTribute;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Make a Gift in Ron's Memory</span></a></p> &nbsp; <h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong>About the event</strong></h6> <p style="text-align: center;">On June 10, 2021, the public was invited to celebrate <strong>Ron Rubin</strong>, a remarkable lifelong Philadelphian who loved his city, the Jewish community, this Museum, and was beloved in return. Ron would have turned 90 this May.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Ron was a longtime Trustee of, and critical force behind the creation of the new National Museum of American Jewish History which opened in 2010 on Historic Independence Mall in Philadelphia, PA.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">In this tribute, distinguished Philadelphians, longtime friends, business partners, and family, speak to Ron's remarkable contributions to the city he helped to transform, and the importance of relationships.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">All are welcome to upload a short tribute video, photographs, and kind words for the family. Please drag and drop your file(s) into the box below, or click "select files from your computer" to upload them.</p> <h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Upload your tribute here:</strong></h6> <p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://driveuploader.com/upload/BfHa6dPHHq/embed/"></iframe></p> <h6 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Tribute Committee </strong></h6> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Chairs</strong><b> </b>Steve Cozen Lyn Ross Lindy Snider Joe Zuritsky David Adelman Dean Adler Leonard Klehr</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Members</strong> Lynne and Leonard Barrack John Binswanger Eddie Bruce Fran Cassidy David Cohen Suzanne and Norman Cohn Sandy Cozen Pat Croce Bill Cunningham Walter D'Alessio Andrea and Paul de Botton Roberta and Carl Dranoff Anne Ewers Gwen Goodman Rosemarie Greco Richard J Green William Hankowsky Michael Heller Dolores and Richard Hicks Alan Hoffman Drew Katz Caroline and Sidney Kimmel Susan Kline Klehr Susanna Lachs Adler Tom Leonard Carrie Rickey and Paul Levy Hilarie and Mitchell Morgan Jeanette Lerman-Neubauer and Joseph Neubauer Denis O'Brien Governor Edward G. Rendell Mimi and Allan Schneirov William Schwartz Fred Stein Judee von Seldeneck The Honorable Constance Williams Roy Zuckerberg And the family of Ron Rubin <em>(list in formation)</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Photo by Kelly &amp; Massa</p>

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/557181216" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p style="text-align: center;">This community observance event was held on May 30, 2021.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">To learn more about and support the work of the JWB Jewish Chaplains Council and Jews in uniform, <b><a href="https://donate.jcca.org/index.htm?campaignid=pHl2CBF5D52" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please click here</a>.</b></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Should you wish to make a donation in support of JAHM, <b><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMmemorialday&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please click here</a>. </b></p> &nbsp; <b>Sunday, May 30, 2021 at 7pm ET Please see “Ways to Watch” below </b> <span data-contrast="auto">From the Revolutionary War through today’s ongoing </span><span data-contrast="auto">war</span><span data-contrast="auto"> against terrorism, American Jews have served nobly in all branches of our country’s military</span><span data-contrast="auto">—</span><span data-contrast="auto">and many </span><span data-contrast="auto">are</span><span data-contrast="auto"> among our nation’s fallen heroes.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> It is incumbent upon America’s Jewish community</span><span data-contrast="auto">, therefore,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> to </span><span data-contrast="auto">mark Memorial Day</span><span data-contrast="auto"> for both </span><span data-contrast="auto">its national </span><span data-contrast="auto">and its</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Jewish significance. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"> </span> <span data-contrast="auto">During</span><span data-contrast="auto"> this year’s </span><span data-contrast="auto">JWB Jewish Chaplains Council</span><a href="https://jcca.org/what-we-do/jwb/"><span data-contrast="auto">®</span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">National Jewish Community Observance of Memorial Day</span><span data-contrast="auto">, </span><span data-contrast="auto">the</span><span data-contrast="auto"> theme</span><span data-contrast="auto"> of which</span><span data-contrast="auto"> is </span><span data-contrast="auto">“</span><span data-contrast="auto">Together in Memory</span><span data-contrast="auto">,</span><span data-contrast="auto">”</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">w</span><span data-contrast="auto">e </span><span data-contrast="auto">will hear from post</span><span data-contrast="auto">-</span><span data-contrast="auto">9/11 Jewish Gold Star Families</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Members of these</span><span data-contrast="auto"> families—who</span><span data-contrast="auto"> have</span><span data-contrast="auto"> had </span><span data-contrast="auto">a close relative killed in action</span><span data-contrast="auto">—will </span><span data-contrast="auto">reflec</span><span data-contrast="auto">t and reminiscence </span><span data-contrast="auto">about the lives and legacies of their loved ones. Jewish military chaplains and leaders of the American Jewish community will offer words of prayer</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">support</span><span data-contrast="auto">,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">as well as</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">a commitment to </span><span data-contrast="auto">ever </span><span data-contrast="auto">honor </span><span data-contrast="auto">the</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">memories of </span><span data-contrast="auto">Gold Star Families’ </span><span data-contrast="auto">loved ones</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"> </span> <span data-contrast="auto">Featuring greetings from Senate Majority Leader, Chuck S</span><span data-contrast="auto">c</span><span data-contrast="auto">humer, U.S. Senator for New York.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"> </span> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook:</b>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 7pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <b>Zoom:</b> Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dEPjv9xKTyuYy-KFZbx1SA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. The Museum’s Zoom can accommodate 500 guests. Should we reach that number, please use one of the other methods listed above—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <strong>Donations</strong> Should you wish to make a donation in support of JAHM, <b><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMmemorialday&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please click here</a>. </b>To learn more about and support the work of the JWB Jewish Chaplains Council and Jews in uniform, <b><a href="https://donate.jcca.org/index.htm?campaignid=pHl2CBF5D52" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please click here</a>. </b> <i>This program is organized by </i><i>JWB ​Jewish Chaplains Council, a signature program of the JCC Association of North America​ in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History and Jewish American Heritage Month.</i> &nbsp; &nbsp; <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMMemorialDay&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/F-3OSczxcaI" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p style="text-align: center;">To support JAHM and events like this, please consider a donation in any amount.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMSovietJews&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><b>Thursday, May 27 at 12 pm ET/9 am PT Free, with <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMSovietJews&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">suggested $10 donation</a>. </b><b>See "ways to watch" below</b><b></b></p> In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, join a special symposium about the Free Soviet Jewry movement, which was a unifying moment for all of American society. The American Jewish community’s history of activism and the cross-communal partnerships that contributed to the success of the movement offer powerful lessons to mobilize a new generation in today's struggle against antisemitism. This program will feature: <ul> <li><b>Natan Sharansky</b>, the most famous of the soviet refuseniks, former Deputy Prime Minister of Israel, human rights activist, best-selling author</li> <li><b>Malcom Hoenlein</b>, Executive Vice Chair of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jews Organizations and Founding Executive Director of the Greater New York Conference on Soviet Jewry</li> <li><b>Anita Friedman</b>, Executive Director of Jewish Children and Family Services of San Francisco</li> <li><b>Susannah Heschel, </b>Dartmouth College Jewish Studies Chair, Daughter of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel</li> <li><b>Rabbi Stanley M Davids, </b>Former Head of Reform Zionism, Soviet Jewry Activist</li> <li><b>Mark Levin</b>, <span data-sheets-value="{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Head of National Council Supporting Eurasian Jewry&quot;}" data-sheets-userformat="{&quot;2&quot;:13117,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;6&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;7&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;8&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:[{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;5&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0}},{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;3&quot;:3},{&quot;1&quot;:1,&quot;2&quot;:0,&quot;4&quot;:1}]},&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:12}">Head of National Council Supporting Eurasian Jewry</span></li> <li>And other distinguished guests.</li> </ul> <a href="https://solidarity.combatantisemitism.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to visit the event's official website for more information. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 12pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <i>Zoom: </i>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sMm79wtpRFGoqYJniqhSpQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here to register</strong></a>. <em>Youtube: </em>The livestream will begin on youtube at about 11:55am ET-<a href="https://youtu.be/F-3OSczxcaI"><strong>click here to watch</strong></a>. This program is presented by: <a href="https://combatantisemitism.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-3000 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/CAS_logo-Color-Adjusted-3.jpg" alt="" width="447" height="113" /></a> <a href="https://ncsej.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-1991 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/NCSEJ-logo.jpg" alt="" width="241" height="80" /></a> <img class="wp-image-1991 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Smith_PrimaryLogo_FullColor.jpg" alt="" width="241" height="142" /> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMSovetJews&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/556192063" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;">This event was held on May 26, 2021 at 8 pm ET To support JAHM (Jewish American Heritage Month), NMAJH and events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMTorahBlues&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <div></div> <b>Wednesday, May 26 at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMTorahBlues&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 </a><a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMTorahBlues&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton">donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> "There is so much Torah in this music that we Jews can learn" -Rabbi Sandra Lawson The Blues is an essential form of expression and storytelling, a vehicle for learning, and passing down cultural history and heritage. The immediate predecessors of Blues were the work songs of enslaved people in America which had their origins in West Africa. During this program, <strong>Rabbi Sandra Lawson</strong> and Blues musician and historian <strong>Jerron Blindboy Paxton</strong>—two Americans at the intersection of Black and Jewish identities—will explore stories and lessons of Torah (the Hebrew Bible) that can be uncovered through examining this unique musical form that has influenced just about every genre of American music. Join us for good conversation and, of course, a little music in the form of short performances and demonstrations throughout the program from Jerron Paxton. <a href="https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/profile/rabbi-sandra-lawson" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Rabbi Sandra Lawson </strong></a>is a Rabbi, activist, and the Inaugural Director of Diversity Equity and Inclusion with Reconstructing Judaism. <strong>Jerron Blindboy Paxton </strong>is a virtuosic multi-instrumentalist Blues musician and historian. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <i>Zoom: </i>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9Pee3ULKRvyte1iBRxe__g" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <em> </em> <em>This program is presented by the National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with <a href="https://www.jewsinallhues.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jews in ALL Hues</a>, and <a href="https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reconstructing Judaism</a>.</em> <a href="http://www.nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone wp-image-2050" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/NMAJH-color500x250-1-scaled-1-1366x684.jpg" alt="" width="268" height="134" /></a> <a href="https://www.jewsinallhues.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone wp-image-2061" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/New-JIAH-Logo-copy.png" alt="" width="233" height="167" /></a> <a href="https://www.reconstructingjudaism.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone wp-image-2043" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/ReconJudaism_LogoTagline_RGB_MED.png" alt="" width="266" height="85" /></a> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMTorahBlues&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/553688295" width="640" height="465" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span><span style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" data-mce-type="bookmark" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe> <p style="text-align: center;">This event was held on Friday, May 21, 2021 at 12 pm ET.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">To support JAHM and events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMCapitolHill&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <strong>Friday, May 21, 2021 at 12pm ET (9 am PT)</strong> <strong>Free, <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMCapitolHill&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">with suggested $10 donation</a>. </strong> <strong>See "Ways to Watch" Below</strong> Each year, in the Russell Senate Office Building's Kennedy Caucus Room, U.S. legislators participate in a Jewish American Heritage Month Celebration. This year, while we can't gather in person, our bi-partisan representatives from across the country will offer reflections on the importance of celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month and the diversity of our country. In addition to honoring Jewish American Heritage Month, legislators and other distinguished guests will pay tribute to 2021 Capitol Hill JAHM Celebration honoree, Abe Foxman, former longtime director of the Anti-Defamation League. Please <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1nZUhAjswRPmhA5wUTZcw_3xuWhXpU3ysDmbmRFCmO9Q/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here</a> for a full list of participating lawmakers. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 12pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <i>Zoom: </i>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bS6YVAPYRbKTbuyV9pdrgA" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <em>This event was co-organized with <a href="http://www.thefriedlandergroup.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Friedlander Group</a></em> <em>Special thanks to</em> <a href="https://theirstory.io/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-2068 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/TheirStoryLogo-Blue-Background.jpg" alt="" width="213" height="111" /></a> Image: Architect of the Capitol <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMCapitolHill&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<b>Wednesday, May 20 at 2 pm ET/11 am PT</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMBuchdahlKim&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>See "Ways to Watch" below</b> This program will provide background on historical ties between Asian-American &amp; Pacific Islander and Jewish-American communities in the US, leading up to the current discrimination and violence that both groups continue to face on a regular basis through antisemitic and anti-Asian hate crimes. We will hear from historians, Members of Congress, and Jewish leaders of Asian descent as we discuss the challenges AAPI and Jewish communities face, what is being done to address incidents of hate, and actions we can all take to respond and come together. <strong>Speakers include</strong>: <ul> <li><strong>Congresswoman Grace Meng</strong>, NY-6</li> <li><strong>Congresswoman Young Kim, </strong>CA-39</li> <li><strong>Joan Lubar</strong>, JEDI Chair, JFNA &amp; Incoming Board Chair, Milwaukee Jewish Federation</li> <li><strong>Alene Sussman</strong>, Director, Jewish Community Foundation of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation</li> <li><strong>Dr. Annie Polland</strong>, President, Tenement Museum</li> <li><strong>Margaret Chin</strong>, Professor of Sociology, Hunter College and The Graduate Center (CUNY) and Board Member, Tenement Museum &amp; Museum of Chinese in America</li> <li><strong>Rabbi Mira Rivera</strong>, Rabbi &amp; Director of Pastoral Care, Romemu</li> </ul> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <i>Zoom: </i>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_g3m1hFJ_SvSF2kfGBjDv7g" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <em> This program is presented by the Jewish Federations of North America in partnership with the Minneapolis Jewish Federation and the National Museum of American Jewish History in celebration of Asian American &amp; Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Jewish American Heritage Month.</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-2049" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/JFNA_Primary_2color-1366x307.jpg" alt="" width="330" height="74" />  <img class="alignnone wp-image-2050" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/NMAJH-color500x250-1-scaled-1-1366x684.jpg" alt="" width="165" height="83" /> <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMBuchdahlKim&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/553485638" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/1433798193649457" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;">This event was held on May 19, 2021 at 1 pm ET To support JAHM and events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMBuchdahlKim&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> </div> &nbsp; <strong>Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 1 pm ET (10 am PT)</strong> <strong>Free, with <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMBuchdahlKim&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">suggested $10 donation</a></strong> <strong>See "Ways to Watch" below</strong> <div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/1433798193649457" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) and Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month share the month of May. In celebration of these months, and in recognition of the many Americans who share both Jewish and Asian heritage, we are thrilled to welcome two leading Asian American Jewish voices for a conversation: <strong>Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl </strong>and Professor <strong>Helen Kim </strong>(Whitman College). Among other topics, we'll hear from Rabbi Buchdahl on her many years of experience as an Asian American Jewish leader and from Helen Kim on her extensive research on being "JewAsian" as they both share their unique vantage on the intersection of Asian and Jewish identities. Join us in lifting up the voices of the Asian American Jewish community this May. #OurSharedHeritage <strong>About the speakers:</strong> <strong>Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl</strong> is the first Asian American to be ordained as cantor or rabbi in North America. She currently serves as the Senior Rabbi at New York City's Central Synagogue. <strong>Helen Kim</strong> is Associate Dean for Faculty Development &amp; Professor of Sociology at Whitman College in Washington State, and co-author of the book <em>JewAsian: Race, Religion and Identity for America's Newest Jews.</em> Image: Helen Kim (left), Rabbi Angela Buchdahl (right) <em> This program is presented by the National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with The Andrew and Ann Tisch Center for Jewish Dialogue at ANU, The Museum of the Jewish People.</em> &nbsp; <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMBuchdahlKim&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div> </div>

<h5 style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="https://portl.com/dawn/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> to relive DAWN 2021</strong></h5> &nbsp; <b>Sunday, May 16 - Monday, May 17, 2021</b> <b>9pm EDT/6pm PDT - 9am EDT/6am PDT</b> Details at <a href="http://rebooters.net/dawn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">dawnfestival.org</a> Seeking a biblical burning man? DAWN is Reboot’s all-night culture and arts festival celebrating the Jewish calendar’s best-kept secret—Shavuot. Reboot is producing this year’s “choose-your-own” experiential adventure in partnership with the Jewish Emergent Network and LABA’s “Into the Night” Tikkun Layle Shavuot. DAWN will provide something for everyone throughout 12 hours of music, film, comedy, dance, food and teaching across multiple channels. Dawn provides the opportunity to gather apart for a tradition that Reboot began years ago in San Francisco irl and that will live beyond this pandemic. Organized by: <a href="http://www.rebooters.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-1991 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Rebootlogohires12-1-11.jpg" alt="" width="268" height="41" /></a> &nbsp; <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=DAWN&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<p style="text-align: center;">The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Diversity Program invites you to attend a virtual Jewish American History Month celebration spotlighting<strong> </strong><span style="color: #003366;"><strong>Dr. Misha Galperin, CEO, National Museum of American Jewish History</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Wednesday, May 12, 2021 1:30-2:30 pm ET Free to attend </strong></p> Hear the keynote speaker discuss his heritage and how it has influenced his life and career, to include his work with the National Museum of American Jewish History. Moreover, he will share how the NMAJH preserves, explores and celebrates the history of Jews in America and the diversity of the Jewish community. <ul> <li>USPTO employees may view the event <a href="https://rev-vbrick.uspto.gov/#/events/ba709e68-e355-4537-85e4-93061d78da12" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a>.</li> <li>Members of the public may access the livestream <a href="https://livestream.com/accounts/4828334/events/9615546" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a>.</li> <li>Captioning will be provided.</li> <li>Contact <a href="mailto:Diversity@USPTO.gov">Diversity@USPTO.gov</a> for more information.</li> <li><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/JAHM-Flyer-FINAL-508-Compliant-4-21-21.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the event flyer here</a>.</li> </ul> This event is organized by: <a href="https://www.uspto.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone wp-image-2029" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/USTPO-Logo-compressed-1366x796.jpg" alt="" width="288" height="167" /></a> Image: Dr. Misha Galperin by Shira Yudkoff <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMBuchdahlKim&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/548951245" width="640" height="347" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p style="text-align: center;">This program was held live on Monday, May 10, 2021 at 1 pm ET. To support JAHM and events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMCaucus&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> &nbsp; <strong>Monday, May 10, 2021 at 1 pm ET/10 am PT</strong> <strong>Free with <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMCaucus&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">suggested $10 donation</a></strong> <strong>See "Ways to Watch" Below</strong> <span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa ht8s03o8 a8c37x1j keod5gw0 nxhoafnm aigsh9s9 d3f4x2em fe6kdd0r mau55g9w c8b282yb iv3no6db jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v knj5qynh oo9gr5id" dir="auto">This Jewish American Heritage Month, members of the Congressional Caucus on Black-Jewish Relations, including <strong>U.S. Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL 23) and Brenda Lawrence (D-MI 14)</strong>, discuss the importance of America’s Black and Jewish communities coming together to combat stereotypes, prejudice, and hate in all forms. This program will be moderated by journalist <strong>Robin Washington</strong>, Editor-at-Large at <em>The Forward</em> and Co-Founder of the Alliance of Black Jews. </span> <strong>About the moderator:</strong> Recently named editor-at-large of the <a href="https://forward.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forward,</a> Robin Washington grew up in a Chicago family of Black and Jewish civil rights activists. He participated in sit-ins and protests when he was three years old — events he recalls fondly as “family outings." A journalist and filmmaker, he has gone on to chronicle the movement in his acclaimed PBS documentary, “<a href="http://www.robinwashington.com/jimcrow/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">You Don’t Have to Ride Jim Crow!</a>” A co-founder of the Alliance of Black Jews, Robin was editor-in-chief of the Duluth News Tribune (there have been more Black members of Congress than there have been Black top editors of American daily newspapers), as well as an editorial board member of the Boston Globe and a Boston Herald columnist. He has interviewed countless political figures, including presidential candidates, and in 1990, put a young Harvard law student on television in Boston - likely Barack Obama's first TV appearance. Robin's commentaries have appeared in scores of other newspapers around the world, as well as in books edited by Ishmael Reed, Charles Ogletree and Melvin B. Miller. He is host of "<a href="http://www.wpr.org/programs/simply-superior" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Simply Superior</a>" on Wisconsin Public Radio and has appeared on NPR, BET, MSNBC, CNN, Fox News and many other broadcast outlets. Image: Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (left), Rep. Brenda Lawrence (right) <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 1pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be <strong>available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <i>Zoom: </i>Registration is required to receive the link–<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_j62-4WlmQq6pkSIIOYhCqQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>click here</strong></a>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity. &nbsp; <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMCaucus&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="vimeo-player" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/463681025" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Spiritual Audacity: The Abraham Joshua Heschel Story</em> </strong>This film was screened as part of JAHM 2021 from May 8-10. View the trailer above<strong> </strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Interested in learning more?</strong> <a href="https://journeyfilms.com/spiritualaudacity/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the Journey Films Website</a> for educational materials, information on bringing the film and filmmaker to your community, to purchase the digital download or DVD, and to learn more about the film.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=HeschelFilm&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></p> <b>On-demand May 8 at 12:00pm ET until May 10 at 11:59pm ET</b> <b>Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=HeschelFilm&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a></b> <b>See additional details and "Ways to Watch" below</b> Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) will kick off with a multi-day, free "drop-in" screening of the film <em>Spiritual Audacity: The Abraham Heschel Story</em>, a new documentary by the widely acclaimed filmmaker Martin Doblmeier released to coincide with the start of Jewish American Heritage Month. Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel was one of the most remarkable and inspiring figures of the American 20th Century. He was a mentor to Martin Luther King, Jr and the entire Civil Rights Movement, a leading critic of the Vietnam War, a champion for Soviet Jews and a pioneer in the work of interfaith dialogue. The film combines archival photographs and rarely seen footage, as well as interviews with Civil Rights leaders Congressman John Lewis and Andrew Young, Pulitzer-prize winning historian Taylor Branch, public theologian Cornel West, Jewish Theological Seminary Chancellor Arnold Eisen, daughter Susannah Heschel and others. Also featured is artist Marc Chagall’s depiction of the Hebrew prophets, and Ilya’s Schor’s paintings and woodcuts of Hasidic life. <strong>Ways to Watch:</strong> Watch <em>Spiritual Audacity: The Abraham Heschel Story</em> on-demand right here on this event page from Saturday, May 8 at 12:00pm ET through Monday, May 10 at 11:59pm ET. <strong>Interested in learning more?</strong> <a href="https://journeyfilms.com/spiritualaudacity/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the Journey Films Website</a> for educational materials, information on bringing the film and filmmaker to your community, to purchase the digital download or DVD, and more about the film. <strong>Related programs</strong>: join us on Monday, May 10 for a conversation with members of the Congressional Caucus on Black Jewish Relations who are dedicated to bringing communities together and fighting hate in all forms. <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/congressional-caucus-on-black-jewish-relations/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for details.</a> &nbsp; <hr /> <p style="text-align: center;">An official program of</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><em><a href="http://jewishamericanheritage.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="wp-image-813 alignleft" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/JAHM_Pin_FINAL-03.jpg" alt="" width="166" height="166" /></a></em></p> <p style="text-align: center;">You may also be interested in <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/#events" target="_blank" rel="noopener">these JAHM 2021 programs</a>.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/337012/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JAHMHeschelFilm&amp;c_src2=JAHMButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Give to JAHM 2021</span></a></div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/543584517" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe></p> <div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/1511103805887401/" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> <blockquote class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore" cite="https://developers.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/1511103805887401/"> <p style="text-align: center;">This free event took place online on Thursday, April 29, 2021</p> </blockquote> </div> <p style="text-align: center;">To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=JudyBatalion&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>“A remarkable portrait of young Jewish women who fought in the Polish resistance during WWII. . . pays vivid tribute to ‘the breadth and scope of female courage.’ ” —<em>Publishers Weekly</em></strong></p> Join us for this online conversation with author <strong>Judy Batalion </strong>to discuss her newest book <em>The Light of Days: The Untold Story of Women Resistance Fighters in Hitler's Ghettos</em>, already optioned by Steven Spielberg for a major motion picture. It is a spectacular, searing history that brings to light the extraordinary accomplishments of brave Jewish women who became resistance fighters—a group of unknown heroes whose exploits have never been chronicled in full, until now. Check out Batalion's <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/18/opinion/sunday/Jewish-women-Nazi-fighters.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">recently published editorial in the <em>New York Times</em></a> for a deeper look into the book (which will be released on April 6, 2021) and what inspired her to write it. She previously <a href="https://vimeo.com/345551063#t=1764s" target="_blank" rel="noopener">performed at the Museum</a> in 2019 as part of a storytelling program called "My Mother's Closet" with Maira Kalman and others. <strong>About the author:</strong> Judy was born and raised in Montreal, where she grew up speaking English, French, Yiddish and Hebrew, and trying to stay warm. She studied the history of science at Harvard then moved to London to pursue a PhD in art history. All the while, she worked as a curator, researcher, editor, lecturer, comic, MC, script-reader, dramaturge, performer, actor, producer, translator, mmmuffins server, and a temp – at a temp agency. Eventually, Judy transformed these experiences into material, and wrote essays and articles for the <em>New York Times</em>, the <em>Washington Post</em>, <em>Vogue</em>, the <em>Forward</em>, <em>Salon</em>, the <em>Jerusalem Post</em> and many other publications. Her stories about family relationships, the generational transmission of trauma, pathological hoarding and militant minimalism came together in her book <a href="https://www.judybatalion.com/memoir-white-walls"><em>White Walls: A Memoir About Motherhood, Daughterhood, and the Mess in Between</em></a><em> </em>(NAL/Penguin, 2016). <em>White Walls</em> was optioned by Warner Brothers for whom Judy is currently developing the TV series “Cluttered.” <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone wp-image-858" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/BZBI-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="102" height="122" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1653" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Smith_PrimaryLogo_FullColor.jpg" alt="" width="196" height="115" /></p>

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1641" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2021-04-26-Bugsy-Siegel-FB.jpg" alt="" width="1200" height="628" /> <b>Monday, April 26 at 4pm ET</b> Watch live on zoom. <a href="https://programs.cjh.org/tickets/bugsy-siegel-2021-04-26" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Registration Required</a>. Pay what you wish. <em>Presented by The Center for Jewish History in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em> In a brief life that led to a violent end, Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel (1906–1947) rose from desperate poverty to ill-gotten riches, from an early-twentieth-century family of Ukrainian Jewish immigrants on the Lower East Side to a kingdom of his own making in Las Vegas. In this captivating portrait, author <b>Michael Shnayerson</b> sets out not to absolve Bugsy Siegel but rather to understand him in all his complexity. Through the 1920s, 1930s, and most of the 1940s, Bugsy Siegel and his longtime partner in crime Meyer Lansky engaged in innumerable acts of violence. As World War II came to an end, Siegel saw the potential for a huge, elegant casino resort in the sands of Las Vegas. Jewish gangsters built nearly all of the Vegas casinos that followed. Then, one by one, they disappeared. Siegel’s story laces through a larger, generational story of eastern European Jewish immigrants in the early- to mid-twentieth century. <b>Program registrants will receive a code for 30% off and free shipping on the book from the publisher. Register here to receive code.</b>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/540241675" width="640" height="289" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;">This program was held on 4/21/21.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">To see the follow up materials mentioned by the speakers click the link below.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/The-Color-of-Law-4-21-21-Follow-Up-Materials-from-Richard-and-Lila.pdf">The Color of Law 4 21 21 Follow Up Materials from Richard and Lila</a></strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;">If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=ColorOfLaw&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> &nbsp; <span style="font-weight: 400;">Listen in as </span><b>Richard Rothstein and Lila Corwin Berman</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> discuss contemporary racial segregation across the United States. The panelists will dig into the history of public housing projects, suburbanization, and the actions of the federal housing administration and then interrogate the racial segregation and income gap in America today as a byproduct of explicit government policies at the local, state and federal levels. Touching on the negative effects of these policies on African Americans and the United States as a whole, Rothstein and Berman will address how Jewish Americans specifically benefited from and suffered as a result of these policies.</span> <h4><b>About the speakers:</b></h4> <b>Richard Rothstein</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a national best selling author, a Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute and a Senior Fellow (emeritus) at the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Fund. </span> <strong>Lila Corwin Berman</strong> is the Director of the Feinstein Center for American Jewish History and the Murray Friedman Chair of American Jewish History at Temple University. Berman is also the author of the recently released <em>The American Jewish Philanthropic Complex: The Historical Formation of a Multi-Billion Dollar Institution.</em> <img class="wp-image-1343" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/rothstein-headshot.jpg" alt="" width="79" height="102" />.     <img class="wp-image-1344" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/berman-lila-corwin.jpg" alt="" width="103" height="103" /> &nbsp; <span style="font-family: georgia,serif;"><i>This Program was presented by The National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership<span class="gmail-apple-converted-space"> </span></i>with<span class="gmail-apple-converted-space"><i> </i></span><i>The Feinstein Center for American Jewish History at Temple University, Jewish Museum Milwaukee, and Temple BZBI.</i></span> <a href="https://www.cla.temple.edu/feinstein-center-for-american-jewish-history/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1347" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/TU_feinstein_rebrand_CMYKwredtag-1-1366x263.jpg" alt="" width="410" height="79" /> </a><a href="https://jewishmuseummilwaukee.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1386" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/JMMwMJF_2C_v1-1366x390.jpg" alt="" width="340" height="97" /></a><a href="http://www.bzbi.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">   <img class="alignnone wp-image-858" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/BZBI-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="76" height="91" /></a>

<div id="fb-root"></div> <script async defer crossorigin="anonymous" src="https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v10.0" nonce="rTC7ERGQ"></script> <div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/823242588536871" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> <blockquote class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore" cite="https://developers.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/823242588536871/"><a href="https://developers.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/823242588536871/">Statue of Religious Liberty</a> The country’s largest monument to religious liberty stands in front of the National Museum of American Jewish History. Learn more with guest curator, Samantha Baskind, and NMAJH chief curator, Josh Perelman. Posted by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/">National Museum of American Jewish History</a> on Monday, April 12, 2021</blockquote> </div> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;">This program was held on April 12, 2021</p> <p style="text-align: center;">If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=StatueRelLibProgram&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> The country’s largest monument to religious liberty stands in front of<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>the National Museum of American Jewish History and is the focus of our newest <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/exhibitions/enduring-monument/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Virtual Exhibition</a>. Join us for this program as special guest curator, Samantha Baskind, and NMAJH's chief curator, Josh Perelman, converse about the <i>Religious Liberty</i> exhibition. Baskind and Perelman will discuss the statue’s history and meaning;<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>its sculptor, Moses Ezekiel; and the monument’s journey from Rome to Philadelphia and from Fairmount Park to Independence National Historical Park. They’ll also talk about how the concept of religious liberty has inspired generations of Jewish Americans. The panelists will take time at the end of the program to answer questions from those in attendance. <strong>About the Guest Curator</strong> Dr. Samantha Baskind, Professor of Art History at Cleveland State University, is the author of five books, most recently<i> The Warsaw Ghetto in American Art and Culture</i>, and co-editor of <i>The Jewish Graphic Novel: Critical Approaches</i>, the foundational volume in the field. She has published over 100 articles and reviews in museum catalogues, academic journals, edited volumes, encyclopedias, and the popular press. She served as editor for U.S. art for the 22-volume revised edition of the <i>Encyclopedia Judaica </i>and is currently series editor of “Dimyonot: Jews and the Cultural Imagination,” published by Penn State University Press. Dr Baskind if presently writing the first book-length study of Moses Jacob Ezekiel. <b>Ways to Watch</b> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum's Facebook page</a></strong> at 1 pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, <strong>the livestream will also be available at the top of this page</strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook and Zoom during the live program. <i>Zoom: </i>Registration is required to receive the link--<strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0cp7-Ok7Qcyibw4dRosxXg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here</a></strong>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity.

Monday, April 12, 2021 8:00 - 9:45 pm ET <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rosh-chodesh-healing-concert-tickets-149199187787" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Live on Zoom, $18/Ticket</a> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"> <div class="has-user-generated-content" data-automation="about-this-event-sc"> <div class="structured-content-rich-text structured-content__module l-align-left l-mar-vert-6 l-sm-mar-vert-4 text-body-medium"> <strong>About the Program</strong> The Jewish calendar's month of <strong>Iyar</strong> is known to be the month for healing, and the only time during the counting of the omer where music if permitted. On the eve of Iyar's new moon, we will gather in community to witness the offering of new songs for healing that were written over the last year during the pandemic by a stellar lineup of artists. At the end of the night, Elana Brody will premiere the brand new recording of her prayer for protection, "B'shem Hashem". Attendees are invited to bring a candle to light, and will be prompted to light them with those in mind needing prayers for healing during these times. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rosh-chodesh-healing-concert-tickets-149199187787" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Purchase your tickets here to receive your link to this event which will take place on zoom.</a> <em>Presented by Elana Brody in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em> &nbsp; <strong><em>Featured artists include:</em></strong> <strong>Deborah Sacks Mintz</strong> Deborah Sacks Mintz is a composer, ba’al tefila, and educator, serving communities who seek to deepen their practice of empowered song and connective prayer. She can be found regularly facilitating leadership workshops, song circles and tefila experiences, as well as collaborating artistically with a diverse array of voices in the Jewish soundscape, Her debut album of spiritual music, <em><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6rjJ9TXXCASy0eRXR81KwD" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Narrow and the Expanse</a></em>, was released on Rising Song Records this past spring. Deborah is pursuing rabbinic ordination at the Jewish Theological Seminary, and serves B'nai Jeshurun NYC as a rabbinic fellow, as well as on faculty at Hadar’s Rising Song Institute . Learn more about Deborah's work at <a href="http://www.deborahsacksmintz.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.deborahsacksmintz.com</a> <strong>Rabbi Yosef Goldman (featuring Rabbi Annie Lewis)</strong> Yosef Goldman is a singer and composer, prayer leader, and educator whose original Jewish music is sung in synagogues, schools, and camps across the country. As a performer and composer, Yosef weaves together musical forms from both his Mizrahi and Ashkenazi heritage—including Chassidic niggunim (devotional melodies), Sephardic piyyutim (sacred song), and contemporary American Jewish sacred music. His first album, <a href="https://yosefgoldman.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><em>Open My Heart</em></a>, released by <a href="https://risingsongrecords.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Rising Song Records</a> in winter 2019, is both deeply innovative and firmly rooted in traditional sacred Jewish music. He is a longtime featured vocalist with Joey Weisenberg in the Hadar Ensemble and a founding member of the Middle Eastern Jewish music ensemble the <a href="http://theepichorus.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Epichorus</a>. <strong>Chava Mirel</strong> Chava Mirel is a Grammy award winning singer, and an internationally touring Jewish composer, spiritual leader and activist. Performing in Folk, World Music, Jazz and other genres, she imbues her music with the universal themes of hope, caring, connection and inclusion. Highly sought-after for collaborations and recording, Chava is known for her rich, luxurious vocals, lush harmonies, and rhythmic phrasing. From electrifying concerts to engaging educational sessions to inimitable spiritual experiences, she connects to community with love and compassion. <a href="https://youtu.be/uPJHH7afU90" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Listen to Chava's latest release here</a>. <strong>Taya Ma</strong> Taya Mâ Shere plays passionately in realms of transformative ritual, embodied vocalization and ancestral healing. She is co-founder and Rav Kohenet of Kohenet Hebrew Priestess Institute, and is on faculty at Starr King School for the Ministry, named the most progressive theological school in North America. Taya Mâ hosts the Jewish Ancestral Healing podcast and offers online courses including Embodied Presence and Pleasure as Prayer. She is co-author of The Hebrew Priestess: Ancient and New Visions of Jewish Women’s Spiritual Leadership, and creator of the Liberate Your Seder Haggadeck. Taya Mâ’s Hebrew Goddess chant albums have been heralded as “cutting-edge mystic medicine music.” Her newest album, Makam Shekhina is pulsing Hebrew-Arabic prayer in cahoots with her beloved collaborator Shaykh Ibrahim Baba z’’l, and their spiritual community. <a href="http://www.taya.ma/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.taya.ma</a> | @tayatransforms &nbsp; <strong>Shir Yaakov</strong> Rabbi Shir Yaakov Feit engages Jewish, multi-faith, and non-affiliated people around the world, building spiritual communities, facilitating and inspiring communal music, and helping people connect with their inner wisdom and truth. Shir founded Kol Hai after serving as Creative and Music Director of New York City’s Romemu, the world’s largest Renewal synagogue. He was ordained by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and the ALEPH Ordination Program, is a Wexner Graduate Fellow, and serves as a facilitator of the Zen Peacemakers Bearing Witness Retreats in Auschwitz-Birkenau. His most recent recording is a collection of Passover inspired music called This Night, composed and recorded in collaboration with Renee Radharani Finkelstein. <a href="https://kolhai.bandcamp.com/album/this-night" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Listen here to This Night.</a> <strong>Batya Levine</strong> Batya Levine (she/her) uses song as a tool for cultivating healing and resilience in her work as a communal song leader, musician, shaliach tzibur (Jewish prayer leader) and cultural organizer. She believes in the liberatory power of song to untie what is bound within us, and sustain us as we build a more just and beautiful world. Batya is a founding core team member of <a href="https://www.letmypeoplesing.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Let My People Sing! </a>and is a Cultural Organizer with <a href="http://linkefligl.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Linke Fligl</a>. She offers song, ritual, and workshops in a variety of communities, and composes original music made of Ashkenazi yearning, queer heart-medicine, and emunah (faith/trust). Batya recently released her first album, <a href="https://batyalevine.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Karov</a>. Learn more at <a href="https://www.batyalevine.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.batyalevine.com</a> <strong>Renee Finkelstein</strong> Renee Finkelstein (a.k.a. Radharani) is a multi-disciplinary artist who weaves music, ritual, spiritual teachings, and practices to help people stay connected to their hearts and innate wisdom. She spent more than four years in India studying with great yogis and saints and traveling to some of the most remote pilgrimage places in the world. She is the Program Director and Lead Musician of Kol Hai: Hudson Valley Jewish Renewal and is a Hebrew Priestess-in-training at the Kohenet Institute. She has produced two original albums, the latest of which, “Time to Wake Up”, topped billboard New Age charts. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/77EMYsRxcdVuOXBGitoNGO?si=mZ1fRsLxSkGt1LYJVxVeHw&amp;nd=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Listen to Radharani here.</a> <strong>Basya Schechter</strong> Blending a psychedelic sensibility and a pan-Mediterranean sensuality, Basya Schechter is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, cantor, and music teacher in NYC. Her sound has been cultivated by her Hasidic music background and her travels through the Middle East. Currently serving as the Music Director at <a href="https://romemu.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Romemu </a>Synagogue, she is also a member of the band <a href="https://darshan.bandcamp.com/album/raza" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Darshan</a>. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yRhx9_MDvg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Listen to Basya's latest here.</a> <strong>Elana Brody</strong> Elana Brody is a folk-pop artist and Jewish songwriter from the mountains of Virginia, living in NYC. She shares her versatile and inspiring musical gifts on stages and in services with Jewish congregations and organizations such as Romemu, Nevei Kodesh, Kohenet and the Jewish Federation of North America. Known for her open channel to the Divine, her virtuosic singing voice, and inspiring songwriting, Elana has opened many hearts and brought many to tears. 10-time Grammy Winner Bobby McFerrin called Elana "Cosmic." "Magnificent, stunning, holy. - Rabbi Jill Hammer <a href="https://elanabrody.bandcamp.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Listen to Elana's latest work here.</a> <a href="http://www.elanabrody.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.elanabrody.com</a> </div> </div> </div>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/540730060" width="640" height="480" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;">"The Holocaust and North Africa ft. Aomar Boum and Sarah Abrevaya Stein" took place virtually on April 9, 2021</p> <p style="text-align: center;">If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=HolocaustNorthAfrica&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <div></div> &nbsp; <p class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: left;">Join us as we commemorate <em>Yom HaShoah </em>(Holocaust Remembrance Day) by exploring the myriad ways in which the Holocaust unfolded across North Africa. In this program our special guest historians, <strong>Aomar Boum</strong> and <strong>Sarah Abrevaya Stein</strong>, co-editors of <em>The Holocaust and North Africa</em>, will explore this lesser-known history in conversation with NMAJH's chief curator, <strong>Josh Perelman</strong>. The conversation will end with audience Q&amp;A.</p> <strong>About the Speakers</strong> <strong>Aomar Boum </strong>is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at UCLA. His research focuses on the historical, social and cultural representation of and political discourse about religious and ethnic minorities in the Middle East and North Africa. Professor <strong>Sarah Abrevaya Stein</strong> is the Maurice Amado Endowed Chair in Sephardic Studies, &amp; Sady and Ludwig Kahn Director, Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies. As the author or editor of nine books she has won the Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Literature, two National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowships, a Guggenheim Fellowship, two National Jewish Book Awards as well as the UCLA Distinguished Teaching Award. <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Cost</strong></p> <p style="text-align: left;">This event is free with a suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=HolocaustNorthAfrica&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$10 donation</a>.</p> </div> <p style="text-align: left;"><em>This program is presented by The National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with <a href="https://mjhnyc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Museum of Jewish Heritage</a>, and <a href="https://bzbi.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Temple BZBI</a> in Philadelphia</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1653" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Smith_PrimaryLogo_FullColor.jpg" alt="" width="308" height="181" /></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1715" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MJH-post20th_Logo-k-4c-1366x527.png" alt="" width="322" height="124" /></p> <img class="alignnone wp-image-858 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/BZBI-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="221" height="265" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<em><strong>This event was held on 4/8/21</strong></em> Thursday, April 8, 2021 2:00 pm ET Live on Zoom, Free with Suggested Donation, <a href="https://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/tickets?tab=2&amp;txobjid=8b9b5dad-6afc-4dd1-87ee-0bdb1ef61e1e&amp;_ga=2.140857659.883524982.1615567640-1815015153.1610052315" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Registration Required</a> <strong>Mark Schonwetter</strong> was a young child in Brzostek, Poland when Germany invaded and his family was forced out of their home. After his father was taken by the Gestapo, Mark fled along with his mother and sister. They spent time in a nearby ghetto and then went into hiding in the Polish countryside, where they remained for three years. By the end of the war, Mark was one of only a few surviving Jews from Brzostek. Mark emigrated to the United States in 1961 and found work in a jewelry factory. He ultimately purchased another jewelry company and remained in the jewelry business until he retired in 2018. Join Mark and his daughter <strong>Ann Arnold</strong>, author of <em>Together: A Journey for Survival</em>, in commemoration of <em>Yom HaShoah</em> (Holocaust Remembrance Day), for this program exploring Mark’s story of courage and compassion. <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> The event will stream live on Zoom. <a href="https://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/tickets?tab=2&amp;txobjid=8b9b5dad-6afc-4dd1-87ee-0bdb1ef61e1e&amp;_ga=2.140857659.883524982.1615567640-1815015153.1610052315" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Registration is Required.</a> Free with $10 Suggested Donation. <em>This "Stories Survive" program is presented by the <a href="https://mjhnyc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Museum of Jewish Heritage</a> in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History</em> <img class="wp-image-1715 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MJH-post20th_Logo-k-4c-1366x527.png" alt="" width="304" height="117" /> <p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1653" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Smith_PrimaryLogo_FullColor.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="159" /></p>

<div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"> <div style="text-align: center;"> This program was held on 4/4/21. If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>. To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation. <a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=FreedomSeder&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a> </div> <div style="text-align: center;">----</div> <div></div> <div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">The J.Proud Consortium, the JFCS LGBTQ Initiative, &amp; the Kol Tzedek LGBTQ Havurah presented this virtual LGBTQ Passover seder on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at 4pm ET.</div> <div>--</div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">We joined together as and with queer members of the Philadelphia Jewish community to enjoy a seder, the traditional Passover meal and service, while exploring themes like queerness, trans identities, activism, liberation, and freedom. Participants will had a chance to reflect on the history of Jewish and queer struggles for acceptance, as well as meditate on a future where our intersecting identities are celebrated.</div> <div></div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">This Passover Seder was held through an online video call platform, and the haggadah was sent out to all participants who register in advance.</div> <div></div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">Anyone within the greater Philadelphia area could sign up for delivery or pick-up seder kits, with matzah, charoset, horseradish, and more: <a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl py34i1dx gpro0wi8" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://tinyurl.com/JProudSederKit2021?fbclid=IwAR2zJq0lAZlJOsmRx6AeWHhK-QbyXTajxbp2vi9fXA0_mwuueRUEFEiIbXs" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tinyurl.com/JProudSederKit2021</a></div> <div></div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"></div> </div>

<div id="fb-root"></div> <script async defer crossorigin="anonymous" src="https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v10.0" nonce="YVvpETPw"></script> <div class="fb-video" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/1071897426654911" data-width="1180" data-show-text="false"> <blockquote class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore" cite="https://developers.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/1071897426654911/"><a href="https://developers.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/1071897426654911/">9th Annual Freedom Seder Revisited: Stories Through the Years</a> Enjoy stories and performances from past Freedom Seder Revisited events at the Museum with live commentary for 2021 Posted by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/">National Museum of American Jewish History</a> on Wednesday, March 31, 2021</blockquote> </div> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;">This program was held on 3/31/21.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=FreedomSeder&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <div></div> This annual event is inspired by the original 1969 Freedom Seder, where hundreds of people of all backgrounds gathered to explore and celebrate freedom in the context of the Civil Rights Movement on the third night of Passover and the one-year anniversary of Dr. King's assassination. Typically an in-person event at the Museum on Independence Mall for 300 participants of all faiths, races, and beliefs, the tradition continues virtually in 2021 with the re-airing of a beautiful selection of stories and performances presented at this signature NMAJH event since its inception in 2013, interspersed with live commentary. Each story offers a unique perspective on the meaning of freedom in America today, including: <ul> <li aria-level="1">A trans-Jewish voice on seder plate symbolism and the importance of offering new ways of interpreting old traditions to better engage younger generations and the present moment;</li> <li aria-level="1">An Indian American immigrant who shared the story of her deportation hearing publicly for the first time as part of this event;</li> <li aria-level="1">An African American reverend who recounts his experience being bullied and being defended at his Jewish summer camp;</li> <li aria-level="1">Rabbi Arthur Waskow, co-leader of the original Freedom Seder and author of the <em>Freedom Seder Haggadah</em>, a first edition of which is in the Museum’s collection, provides new commentary for 2021;</li> <li aria-level="1">and more.</li> </ul> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum’s Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be available at the top of this page. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. <i>Zoom: </i><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>We have reached Zoom capacity--if you were unable to register or have trouble getting in this evening, please use one of the other methods. Thank you!</strong> </span>Registration is required to receive the link–<strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_W0jqmZQvTkeE8kW1cXbJBg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here</a></strong>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity.

<em><strong>This event was held on 3/30/21. </strong> </em> Thursday, March 30, 2021 7:30 pm ET Free on Zoom (<a href="https://hadar-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0uf-qhrjkjHdQ3TCo6tZ3fdwdvMljXZCbS?fbclid=IwAR0gg1A0MnUbNv0fVGCSYivSB4v5Q1jKzHBv3sPeAzSP860pk6ONi5mdhYs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">click here to register</a>) and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/NMAJH" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a> <div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">During Hol Hamoed (the intermediate days of passover), join Dr. Galeet Dardashti and Rabbi Yosef Goldman, two musical experts, to sing and explore new and familiar Passover melodies and texts from Middle Eastern, North African, and Sephardic communities.</div> <div></div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"><strong>Dr. Galeet Dardashti</strong> is an Iranian-descended anthropologist and performer/composer with a well-earned reputation as a trail-blazing performer, educator and advocate of MENA Jewish culture. As a scholar, her publications examine Israeli music/media and Mizrahi cultural politics; she is currently writing a book on the Mizrahi piyyut (sacred song) phenomenon in Israel. Dardashti has held postdoctoral fellowships at NYU and Rutgers and most recently was Assistant Professor of Jewish Music/Musician in Residence at the Jewish Theological Seminary. As Affiliated Fellow at University of Pennsylvania’s Katz Center in 2020/21 she’s begun research on young Sephardi/Mizrahi North American Jews. As a performer/composer, Dardashti is the first woman to continue her family’s tradition of distinguished Persian and Jewish musicianship. She is widely known as leader/founder of the all-woman Middle Eastern Jewish ensemble Divahn, and through her multi-disciplinary commissions The Naming and Monajat; she will be the Artist-in-Virtual-Residence at Indiana University’s Jewish Studies program in spring 2021.</div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"><strong>Rabbi Yosef Goldman</strong> is a singer and composer, prayer leader, and educator whose original Jewish music is sung in synagogues, schools, and camps across the country. As a performer and composer, Yosef weaves together musical forms from both his Mizrahi and Ashkenazi heritage—including Chassidic niggunim (devotional melodies), Sephardic piyyutim (sacred song), and contemporary American Jewish sacred music. His first album, Open My Heart, released by Rising Song Records in winter 2019, is both deeply innovative and firmly rooted in traditional sacred Jewish music.</div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">A sought-after vocalist, Yosef performs and records with a wide range of Jewish artists. He is a longtime featured vocalist with Joey Weisenberg in the Hadar Ensemble and a founding member of the Middle Eastern Jewish music ensemble the Epichorus. Along with trombonist Dan Blacksberg, Yosef was selected by the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts for its 2018–19 Jazz Residency.</div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">Yosef received rabbinic ordination and a Masters in Sacred Music from the Jewish Theological Seminary, and his rabbinate has included serving as a congregational rabbi and music director, and as a hospital chaplain. As a Jewish educator, Yosef's teaching facilitates people finding authentic and meaningful experience in Jewish prayer and practice, including singing as an embodied spiritual practice. As a consultant, Yosef advises synagogues and prayer communities seeking to deepen the communal spiritual experience through musical prayer. He has served as a ba’al tefillah (prayer leader) for some of the most spiritually vibrant and creative prayer communities in the United States and Israel, including Romemu and B’nai Jeshurun in Manhattan, the Kitchen in San Francisco, and Nava Tehila and Beit Tefila Yisraeli in Israel. As co-director of Hadar's Rising Song Institute, alongside Joey Weisenberg, Yosef initiated the year-long Jewish Music Residency program for emerging musical-spiritual artists and established its record label, Rising Song Records. Yosef continues to serve Rising Song Institute as an artist and Senior Advisor.</div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">This summer, Yosef and his wife, Rabbi Annie Lewis, will join Shaare Torah Congregation in Gaithersburg, MD to serve as co-Senior Rabbis</div>

<img class="wp-image-1676 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Julia-Adolphe-Head-Shot-Low-Res.jpg" alt="" width="476" height="464" /> Tuesday, March 16, 2021 8:00pm ET Live on Zoom, FREE - <a href="https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqde6orTsuGt332EsHn_ySbMtw32s_7I-M" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Here</a> Meet<a href="https://juliaadolphe.com/"> Julia Adolphe</a>, whose music is described as “alive with invention” (The New Yorker), “colorful, mercurial, deftly orchestrated” (The New York Times) displaying a “remarkable gift for sustaining a compelling musical narrative” (Musical America). Her works are performed across the U.S. and abroad by renowned orchestras and ensembles such as the New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, New World Symphony, Belgian National Orchestra, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Brooklyn Youth Chorus, Verona Quartet, soprano Hila Plitmann, and pianist <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/gloria-cheng/">Gloria Cheng</a>, among others. Learn about Adolphe's work as she engages with attendees and explores the inspirations behind her compositions. <strong><a href="https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqde6orTsuGt332EsHn_ySbMtw32s_7I-M" target="_blank" rel="noopener">REGISTER FOR ZOOM LINK HERE</a></strong> <em>This event is made possible by the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History.</em>

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/524431115" width="640" height="329" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> Please enjoy this recording of the program in its entirety. The seven featured selections are listed below. If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>. This event was free with a suggested $18 donation. All donations will be split between the National Museum of American Jewish History and Opera Philadelphia. Special thanks to the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music for their partnership in this event. <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="http://on.nmajh.org/3vsNXPS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> &nbsp; <strong>MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2021</strong> <strong>8 PM ET / 5PM PT <span style="color: #800080;">| </span>FREE WITH A SUGGESTED <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/327161/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=RbgOpera&amp;c_src2=Website" target="_blank" rel="noopener">$18 DONATION</a></strong> <strong>See “Ways to Watch” below for details on how to access the program.</strong> <strong>Registration required for Zoom only.</strong> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #800080;"><b> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>“If I had any talent that God could give me, I would be a great diva. But, sadly, I have a monotone…[I sing] only in the shower and in my dreams.”</strong></span></b></span></p> <span style="font-weight: 400; color: #800080;">—U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">RBG was notoriously passionate about opera. It’s no surprise that the plots of her favorite operas often paralleled her professional pursuit of justice. To mark her 88th birthday, the first since her passing, we are celebrating with performances of some of her favorite opera arias. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The program will feature performances from NMAJH’s Dell Theater by </span><a href="http://www.joshuabluetenor.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Joshua Blue</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (tenor), </span><a href="https://imgartists.com/roster/norman-garrett/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Norman Garrett</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (baritone), </span><a href="https://www.michelle-rice.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Michelle Rice</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (soprano), </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0x_5YVYyV_OSoWca3qcfHg" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ashley Marie Robillard</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (soprano); instrumental accompaniment by and Stephen Karr (piano) and Grant Loehnig (piano); remarks and reflections by </span><a href="http://www.francescazambello.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Francesca Zambello</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (stage director, artistic director for the Washington National Opera and the Glimmerglass Festival), </span><a href="https://www.lawrencebrownlee.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lawrence Brownlee</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (tenor, Artistic Advisor of Opera Philadelphia) and </span><a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/people/peter-kazaras/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Peter Kazaras</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (stage director, tenor, Director of Opera UCLA); as well as an interview with Justice Ginsburg's daughter and son, Jane and Jim.</span> <b><span style="color: #800080;">Program</span></b> <ul> <li>“Una furtiva lagrima” from <em>L’eslisir d’amore</em> by Donizetti. Performed by Joshua Blue (tenor) and Grant Loehnig (piano)</li> <li>“O mio babbino caro” from <em>Gianni Schicchi</em> by Puccini. Performed by Ashley Marie Robilard (soprano) and Grant Loehnig (piano)</li> <li>“Hai gia vinta la causa” from <em>Le nozze di Figaro</em> by Mozart. Performed by Norman Garrett (baritone) and Grant Loehnig (piano)</li> <li>“In uomini, in Soldati” from <em>Cosi fan tutte</em> by Mozart. Performed by Ashley Marie Robilard (soprano) and Grant Loehnig (piano)</li> <li>“Pst, pst, Nannetta…” from <em>Fallstaff</em> by Verdi. Ashley Marie Robilard (soprano), Joshua Blue (tenor) and Grant Loehnig (piano)</li> <li>“To this we’ve come” from <em>The Consul</em> by Menotti. Michelle Rice (soprano) and Stephen Karr (piano)</li> <li>“Make them hear you” from <em>Ragtime</em> by Flaherty. Norman Garrett (baritone) and Grant Loehnig (piano)</li> </ul> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: 400; color: #800080;">This program is presented by</span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.operaphila.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1651" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/OPERA_PHILA_LOGO_Gold_4C.jpg" alt="" width="149" height="150" /></span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1653" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Smith_PrimaryLogo_FullColor.jpg" alt="" width="205" height="121" /></a></p> <a href="https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/resources/lowellmilkenmaje/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1652 aligncenter" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/UCLA_Uxd_Blk_SchM_LMCntMusicAmJwExp_B2.jpg" alt="" width="480" height="90" /></a> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> <b>Facebook:</b> Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum's Facebook page</a></strong> beginning at 7:30 pm ET. The program will begin promptly at 8 pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <b>NMAJH website: </b>At 7:30 pm ET, the livestream countdown will also begin on the Museum's website at the top of this page. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. The program will begin promptly at 8 pm ET. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook and Zoom during the live program. <b>Zoom: </b>Registration is required to view on Zoom. <a href="https://ucla.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cgB44zwgTNyQStEkLlXxwQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web">Click here to register</a>. Zoom will cut off registration/stop letting people in when we run out of room. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead–they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <strong>Cost</strong> This event is free with a suggested $18 donation. All donations will be split between the National Museum of American Jewish History and Opera Philadelphia. Special thanks to the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music for their partnership in this event. <a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="http://on.nmajh.org/3vsNXPS" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a>

<p style="font-size: 110%;"><b>1 PM ET <span style="color: #33cccc;">| </span></b><b>$18 GENERAL ADMISSION </b><b>Free with Gratz College email address. Details below </b><b>Registration required. </b></p> The Museum is thrilled to partner with Gratz College for the 2021 Arnold and Esther Tuzman Memorial Holocaust Teach-In. This special online event features <b>Art Spiegelman, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Artist, Illustrator, and Author of <em>Maus</em></b>. Mr. Spiegelman will discuss his art, comics as a medium, and <em>Maus</em>, the masterful Holocaust narrative that tells the story of his parents' survival and his experience as the child of Survivors. The conversation will be facilitated by <b>Rabbi Lance J. Sussman, Ph.D.</b>, Gratz College Board of Governors. <span style="color: #33cccc;"><b>Registration </b></span>General admission is $18.  Gratz students, faculty, and staff can register for free with a valid Gratz email address. <a href="https://www.gratz.edu/teach-in" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here to register today</a> <em>Fee waivers for financial hardship are available by request to <a href="mailto:mcohen@gratz.edu">mcohen@gratz.edu</a>.</em>

Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:00pm ET Live on Zoom, FREE - <a href="https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcOuoqD8sGNLsMOK6akhBj7jwlX46haOy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Here</a> Theodore Bikel (1924-2015) wanted to be known as 'the singer of his people'. In this program of storytelling and music, his wife, <a href="https://aimeeginsburgbikel.com/legacy-project" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Aimee Ginsburg Bikel</a>, along with <a href="https://www.peteryarrow.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Peter Yarrow</a>, <a href="https://www.arloguthrie.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Arlo Guthrie</a>, <a href="https://www.paintedbird.de/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Daniel Kahn</a> and friends, pay tribute to the legendary Academy, Emmy, Tony and GRAMMY-nominated Actor and folksinger; a civil rights, peace, and Jewish activist; and a devoted labor union leader. He was known for creating iconic roles on stage, film, and TV, such as Captain Von Trapp in the Broadway production of The Sound Of Music, and he played Tevye in Fiddler On the Roof more than any actor in history. With <a href="https://www.peteseegermusic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pete Seeger</a>, Theo founded the <a href="https://newportfolk.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Newport Folk Festival</a>, and recorded dozens of best selling albums in many languages. He was beloved for his leading role in keeping Yiddish culture alive, and for being an outspoken voice for Justice. He is most cherished for his undying devotion to <em>Tikkun Olam</em>, the daily work of making our world a better place. May his memory be for a blessing. <strong>Additional program participants include:</strong> Perla Karney, Artistic Director, Dortort Center for Creativity in the Arts at UCLA Hillel Mark Kligman, Director, Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience David Myers, UCLA Professor &amp; Sady and Ludwig Kahn Chair in Jewish History Cantor Mike Stein, performer, composer, producer, recording artist <em>This event is made possible by the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music in partnership with the Dortort Center for the Arts - Hillel at UCLA, the National Museum of American Jewish History, the UCLA Mickey Katz Endowed Chair in Jewish Music, the UCLA Alan D. Leve Center for Jewish Studies, and YIVO.</em>

Tuesday, March 2, 2021 8:00pm ET Live on Zoom, FREE - <a href="https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tcu-uqjojHt0FYcJo0ET4oRH9XF9Ef-RQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Here</a> <a href="https://www.davidkrakauer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">David Krakauer</a> is widely considered one of the greatest clarinetists on the planet. Join us for this exciting Jewish Music Masterclass as Krakauer engages with attendees and shares the inspirations behind his compositions. With his own unique sound and approach, Krakauer has been praised internationally as a key innovator in modern klezmer as well as a major voice in classical music. His work has been recognized by major jazz publications around the world. His wide array of projects, solo appearances, and multi-genre collaborations include groups, composers and individual artists such as Ancestral Groove, the WDR Big Band, Abraham Inc. (co-led with Fred Wesley and Socalled) and many more. <a href="https://ucla.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tcu-uqjojHt0FYcJo0ET4oRH9XF9Ef-RQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">REGISTER HERE FOR ZOOM LINK</a> <em>This event is made possible by the Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History.</em>

<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1665" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/jpgUpdated-Poster-Persian-Experience-SMizrahi-3-1366x1366.jpg" alt="" width="1366" height="1366" /> Sunday, February 28, 2021 12:00pm ET - 1:00pm ET Live on Zoom, $5 Fee - <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3816122623212/WN_ZkqamRSNRI66Va23LvAhXw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Here</a> &nbsp; In this part of "The Persian Experience" series, Sharona Mizrahi shares her personal story. Sharona was born in Kerman, Iran. Her great-grandparents came from Hamadan and Yazd. Sharona's great-grandparents escaped the famine of 1917-1920 in Hamadan, the city mentioned in the Book of Esther as Hegmatana or Ekbatana, the capitol of the Persian Empire during Acheshverosh's regime. Sharona's oldest brother, Kurosh, has traced her family's lineage back six generations. Sharona attended public school in Iran until her first year of high school. Then in 1984, she, along with two sisters and one brother Z"L, escaped from Iran. One night in August, two weeks prior to Rosh Hashana, smugglers arrived in the middle of the night and the Mizrahi family dropped everything and left their house to escape. In this talk, Sharona will give a brief history of her family and their one-year journey to the United States. <em>This program is presented by The American Sephardi Federation in partnership with the National Museum of American Jewish History.</em>

<p style="font-size: 110%;"><b>2 PM ET <span style="color: #33cccc;">| </span></b><b>FREE</b></p> Our friends at the Museum of the Jewish People in Tel Aviv have rebranded their world class organization and are relaunching it this February. Join the global virtual inauguration! The online event will be short and sweet; 35 minutes total, and will allow you to see the new museum. <a href="https://www.beit-hatfutsot.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> for more information and the livestream page. There is no registration required.

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/528292549" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> This program was held on 2/17/21. If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>. <p style="text-align: left;">To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation.</p> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: left;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=MusicMaghreb&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> <div style="text-align: left;"></div> &nbsp; <p class="p1">Throughout the first half of the twentieth century, Jewish vocalists and instrumentalists played an outsized role in the production of music in Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia (a region known as <i>The Maghreb</i>). Drawing on rare shellac records from his personal archive, historian Christopher Silver will provide a musical tour of the North African Jewish past through sounds traditional and popular.</p> The presentation will be followed by an audience Q&amp;A. This program is free with a suggested $10 donation. <strong>About the Speaker</strong> <p class="p1">Christopher Silver is the Segal Family Assistant Professor in Jewish History and Culture at McGill University.</p> <b>Ways to Watch</b> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum's Facebook page</a></strong> at 8pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be available on the Museum's website at the top of this page. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook and Zoom during the live program. <i>Zoom: </i><span style="color: #ff0000;">No more Zoom slots available. If you have already registered on Zoom and have trouble accessing the session today, please watch the program using one of the methods above.</span> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;"></p> </div>

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/517175302" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> This program was held on 2/10/21. If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>. If you're enjoying our programming, please consider a $10 donation to support our ongoing efforts. <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--small box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=FlorysFlame&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></p> &nbsp; Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at 1pm ET Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=FlorysFlame&amp;c_src2=Website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$10 donation</a>. See “Ways to Watch” below for details on how to access the program Join us as we screen the 2014 documentary, <em>Flory's Flame</em>. The one-hour documentary weaves the life story of NEA National Heritage Fellowship Award winner, Flory Jagoda, with her 2013 Celebration Concert at the US Library of Congress. The combined personal and musical overviews open a window on pre-Inquisition Spanish Jewish life. Flory’s roots go back to that pre-1492 era, then to the Balkans, Bosnia and Croatia. As the sole surviving Altarac family member, with most of her family killed during World War II, Flory’s life mission has been to continue her family’s cultural legacy through their music. Her strength of spirit shines through her challenging but ultimately triumphant story expressed in the context of the impactful music performed by Flory and 25 fellow musicians in the prestigious and inspiring Library of Congress Celebration Concert. The screening will be followed by a short conversation with Betty Murphy (Flory's daughter), Lori Jagoda-Lowell (Flory's daughter), Susan Gaeta (Flory's apprentice) and Jon Lohman (former Director Emeritus of the Virginia Folklife Program and friend of Flory).<em> </em> Flory Jagoda, also known as “The Keeper of the Flame” and “La Nona” (The Grandmother) passed away on Friday, January 29^th, 2021, erev shabbat shira (sabbath of singing). May her memory be a blessing. <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Information on the Documentary</strong></p> <p style="text-align: left;"><i>Flory’s Flame </i>was produced by <a title="mailto:ellen@voicesandvisions.com" href="mailto:ellen@voicesandvisions.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ellen Friedland</a> and <a title="mailto:curt@voicesandvisions.com" href="mailto:curt@voicesandvisions.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Curt Fissel</a>. For more information, please contact them at <a title="http://www.voicesandvisions.com/" href="http://www.voicesandvisions.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voices &amp; Visions Productions, Ltd.</a></p> <b>Ways to Watch</b> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum's Facebook page</a></strong> at 1 pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be available at the top of this page. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook and Zoom during the live program. <i>Zoom: </i><span style="color: #ff0000;">Zoom registration is "sold out". Please use one of the methods above. Thank you! Additionally, if you have already registered and have trouble accessing the Zoom, please watch the program on this web page (or on Facebook using the link above). </span> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"> <p style="text-align: left;"></p> </div> <p style="text-align: left;"><em>This program is presented by The National Museum of American Jewish History with co-sponsorship from The Center for Cultural Vibrancy, The Virginia Folklife Program, the Ashkenaz Festival, and <a title="http://www.voicesandvisions.com/" href="http://www.voicesandvisions.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Voices &amp; Visions Productions, Ltd.</a></em></p> &nbsp; <p style="text-align: left;"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1360" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/11CCV-logo5-1366x348.jpg" alt="" width="357" height="91" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1361" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/11Folklife-1366x241.jpg" alt="" width="469" height="83" /><img class="alignnone wp-image-1628" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/AshkenazLogo.jpg" alt="" width="124" height="67" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1542" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/VV-COLOR-LOGO-2.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="59" /></p>

7:30pm Free - registration required. See "ways to watch" below for details on how to watch the program <strong>Past program.</strong> This event will explore lesser-known musical styles of Jewish America, including Yiddish opera, Persian Jewish music, and Orthodox bluegrass. Musicians and scholars will discuss Jewish cultural encounters and adaptation to the American context over the past century, looking beyond the Ashkenazi/Mizrahi divide. The panelists’ personal experiences and expertise illuminate and intersect with their musical studies, pointing to a fuller sense of American Jewish ethnic, musical, and religious diversity. <em>NMAJH is proud to present this event with its organizers, Penn's Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies, as well as other co-sponsors including </em><em>Wolf Humanities Center, Hershey Humanities Against Racism Fund, Penn’s Middle East Center, and Penn’s Jewish Studies Program.</em> <strong>About the Panelists</strong> <div class="speaker"> <div class="speaker__right"> <div class="speaker__description"> <div class="field field--name-field-ese-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"> <strong>Josh Kun</strong> is an author, curator, and cultural historian. He is Professor of Communication and Journalism at the USC Annenberg School, where he holds the Chair in Cross-Cultural Communication and directs The Popular Music Project of the Norman Lear Center. He was the 2019–2020 scholar in residence with the UCLA Leve Center for Jewish Studies, and is the recipient of a Berlin Prize, an American Book Award, and a MacArthur Fellowship </div> </div> </div> </div> <strong>Galeet Dardashti</strong> is both anthropologist and renowned vocalist/composer. Her publications examine Israeli music/media, Mizrahi cultural politics, and the political economy of philanthropy; she is currently completing a book on the Mizrahi <em>piyyut</em> (sacred song) phenomenon in Israel. Dardashti has held postdoctoral fellowships at NYU and Rutgers and most recently was Assistant Professor of Jewish Music/Musician in Residence at JTS. For spring 2021, she is the Artist-in-Virtual-Residence at Indiana University’s Jewish Studies program. Her research at the Katz Center examines a nascent movement of young liberal “Mizrahi” North American Jews. As founder/leader of the all-woman ensemble Divahn, and through her multi-disciplinary commissions <em>The Naming </em>and <em>Monajat, </em>Dardashti has also earned a reputation as a trail-blazing performer of Middle Eastern Jewish music. <div class="speaker"> <div class="speaker__right"> <div class="speaker__description"> <strong>Shaul Magid</strong> is Professor of Jewish Studies at Dartmouth College and Kogod Senior Research Fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America. His two latest books are <em>The Bible, the Talmud, and The New Testament: Elijah Zvi Soloveitchik’s Commentary to the Gospel</em> and <em>Piety and Rebellion: Essay in Hasidism</em>, both published in 2019. His forthcoming book, <em>Meir Kahane: The Public Life and Political Thought of an American Jewish Radical,</em> will be published with Princeton University Press in Fall 2021. He is presently working on the political theology of Yoel Teitelbaum of Satmar. </div> </div> </div> <div class="speaker"> <div class="speaker__right"> <div class="speaker__description"> <div class="field field--name-field-ese-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"> Magid is also a clawhammer banjo player and a student of Ken Perlman, one of the great living banjo virtuosos and musicologists of old-time banjo as well as the musical partner of Al Jabour who was, until his death a few years ago, the curator of American folk music at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. </div> <strong>Anthony Russell</strong> is a vocalist, composer, and arranger specializing in Yiddish song. His work in traditional Ashkenazi Jewish musical forms led to a musical exploration of his own roots through the research, arrangement, and performance of a hundred years of African American roots music, resulting in the album "Convergence" (2018), a collaboration with klezmer consort Veretski Pass. </div> </div> </div> <div class="speaker"> <div class="speaker__right"> <div class="speaker__description"> <div class="field field--name-field-ese-description field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field--item"> Russell's music has brought him to stages in Toronto, Montreal, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Boston, Miami, New York, Tel Aviv, London, Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, the Symphony Space in New York City, and the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., as well as Limmud Fests across the United States and Europe. He lives in Massachusetts with his husband of three years, Rabbi Michael Rothbaum of Congregation Beth Elohim in Acton, MA. </div> <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> This event is free of charge and will stream live on zoom. <a href="https://upenn.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n0TLNq8iSoWk4eq9Oiw6pA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here</a>. </div> </div> </div>

7:00pm - 8:30pm $18 registration fee, $10 for members of Philadelphia's Temple BZBI See “Ways to Watch” below for details on how to access the program <strong>Past program.</strong> No history of the birth control, suffrage, or peace movements in the United States is complete without analyzing the impact of Jewish women’s presence. In this talk, Dr Melissa R. Klapper will explore the social and political activism of American Jewish women from approximately 1890 to the present. Middle-class and working-class American Jewish women have been consistently and publicly engaged in all the major issues of their day and worked closely with their non-Jewish counterparts on behalf of activist causes. NMAJH is proud to partner with Temple BZBI in Philadelphia -the organizers of this event- to present this talk by Dr. Melissa R. Klapper. <strong>About the Speaker</strong> <a href="https://chss.rowan.edu/departments/history/facultystaff/klapper_melissa.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dr. Klapper</a> is a Katz Center fellow, a professor of History and Director of Women's and Gender Studies at Rowan University, and winner of the National Jewish Book Award in Women's Studies. She is the author of <em>Jewish Girls Coming of Age in America, 1860-1920</em> (NYU, 2005), <em>Small Strangers:  The Experiences of Immigrant Children in the United States, 1880-1925</em> (Ivan R. Dee, 2007), <em>Ballots, Babies, and Banners of Peace:  American Jewish Women’s Activism, 1890-1940</em> (NYU, 2013), and <em>Ballet Class:  An American History</em> (Oxford University Press, 2020) <strong>Ways to Watch</strong> The event will stream live on zoom. The cost of registration is $10 for members of Temple BZBI and $18 for the community. <a href="https://templebethzionbethisrael.shulcloud.com/form/eventregistration.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a> &nbsp;

<span style="font-weight: 400;">New Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 6 pm ET</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Free with suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=DonationButton&amp;c_src2=Homepage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$10 donation</a>. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">See “Ways to Watch” below for details on how to access the program </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Listen in as </span><b>Richard Rothstein and Lila Corwin Berman</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> discuss contemporary racial segregation across the United States. The panelists will dig into the history of public housing projects, suburbanization, and the actions of the federal housing administration and then interrogate the racial segregation and income gap in America today as a byproduct of explicit government policies at the local, state and federal levels. Touching on the negative effects of these policies on African Americans and the United States as a whole, Rothstein and Berman will address how Jewish Americans specifically benefited from and suffered as a result of these policies.</span> <h4><b>About the speakers:</b></h4> <b>Richard Rothstein</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a national best selling author, a Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute and a Senior Fellow (emeritus) at the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Fund. </span> <strong>Lila Corwin Berman</strong> is the Director of the Feinstein Center for American Jewish History and the Murray Friedman Chair of American Jewish History at Temple University. Berman is also the author of the recently released <em>The American Jewish Philanthropic Complex: The Historical Formation of a Multi-Billion Dollar Institution.</em> <img class="wp-image-1343" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/rothstein-headshot.jpg" alt="" width="79" height="102" />.     <img class="wp-image-1344" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/berman-lila-corwin.jpg" alt="" width="103" height="103" /> <h4><b>Ways to Watch</b></h4> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook: </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Look for the LIVE post on the</span><strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum's Facebook page</a></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> at 6 pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program.</span> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">NMAJH website: </span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be available at the top of this page. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook and Zoom during the live program.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>Zoom:</em> Registration is required to receive the link—</span><strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-VQUgF6DRIWSApdPvOKvGA">click here</a></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are a limited number of Zoom slots—access is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity.</span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></i> <span style="font-family: georgia,serif;"><i>This Program is presented by The National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership<span class="gmail-apple-converted-space"> </span></i>with<span class="gmail-apple-converted-space"><i> </i></span><i>The Feinstein Center for American Jewish History at Temple University, Jewish Museum Milwaukee and Temple BZBI.</i></span> <a href="https://www.cla.temple.edu/feinstein-center-for-american-jewish-history/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img class="alignnone wp-image-1347" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/TU_feinstein_rebrand_CMYKwredtag-1-1366x263.jpg" alt="" width="410" height="79" /></a><a href="http://www.bzbi.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1386" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/JMMwMJF_2C_v1-1366x390.jpg" alt="" width="368" height="105" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-858" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/BZBI-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="76" height="91" /></a>

8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT <a href="https://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/36-Voices-Registrations" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to register</a>. This event is free with a suggested donation Past program. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p_08hkOqGs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the recording here</a>. More than one million Jewish children were killed during the Holocaust and countless others survived. Some, like Anne Frank, kept diaries in which they confided their hopes, fears, and experiences. Join us for a special virtual reading of excerpts from these diaries, narrated by <strong>Liev Schreiber</strong>, and featuring readings from <strong>Skylar Astin, Andréa Burns, Mandy Gonzalez, Daniel Kahn, Adam Kantor, Telly Leung, Stephanie Lynn Mason, Zalmen Mlotek, Amit Rahav, Eleanor Reissa, Yelena Schmulenson, Alexandra Silber, Abby Stein, Danny Strong,</strong> and more. By giving voice to the written words of some of the Nazis’ youngest victims, we will commemorate their suffering and learn from their courageous and resilient spirits. The event will stream live on the <a href="https://mjhnyc.org/18-voices-a-liberation-day-reading-of-young-writers-diaries-from-the-holocaust/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Museum of Jewish Heritage's website here</a>. <em>January 27 marks International Holocaust Remembrance day, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. NMAJH is honored join global partners to support "18 Voices," organized by the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust. This year marks the 76th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.</em>

Friday, January 15, 2021 at 7PM <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mlk-shabbat-experience-visions-of-freedom-and-justice-tickets-133229046665" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click Here to Register</a> This event is free to attend Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=479807626352967" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the recording here</a>. An MLK Shabbat experience like no other in a year like no other. Commemorate the spirit and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel with Rabbi Shira Stutman of the Sixth and I synagogue in Washington D.C. and Reverend Doctor D.K. Kearney of Turner Memorial AME Church, which worshiped in Sixth &amp; I’s building for five decades. Virtually travel to Philadelphia and visit places of historical significance to the Jewish and Black communities as Rabbi Shira and Reverend Kearney discuss the work of seeking justice, past and future. As has become the tradition for this long-standing event, hear some soul-lifting music from Sixth &amp; I and Turner Memorial AME choirs and listen to an inspiring sermon by Rabbi Shira. Leading up to MLK Weekend, participate in a <a href="https://www.sixthandi.org/event/mlk-shabbat-justice-fair/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">virtual justice fair</a> to learn how you can have a direct impact on our Washington, DC community. Plus, be sure to tune in for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/turnermemorial">Turner Memorial’s</a> virtual Sunday service on January 17 at 10:00 am. <em>This event has been generously underwritten by The Revada Foundation of the Logan Family.</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1576" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/RevadaFoundation.png" alt="" width="426" height="139" /> <em>MLK Shabbat Experience is produced by the sixth&amp;i synagogue in Washington D.C. and Turner Memorial AME Church in Maryland. NMAJH is honored to be a contributing partner.</em> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1577" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SixthandILogo-1366x568.png" alt="" width="231" height="96" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-1578" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/TurnerMemorial.png" alt="" width="283" height="102" /> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<span style="font-weight: 400;">The National Museum of American Jewish History is pleased to be a partner in Yiddish New York (YNY), the nation’s largest festival for Yiddish music, language and culture. This year's festival will be taking place online from <strong>December 26-30, 2020</strong>. </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">More than 70 leading figures in Yiddish culture are on the faculty, and lectures/workshops are held daily in everything from klezmer music to Yiddish theater, history, literature, films, Yiddish lessons and a wonderful kids/teens program. Evening events feature a </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Zingeray</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (sing-along), concerts, and activities such as line dancing, Yiddish Karaoke, poetry reading, and a cabaret! </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Full five-day passes and single day passes are available, as well as tickets to individual evening events. As a proud partner to YNY, we are happy to be able to offer you a 10% discount on adult/household 5-day registrations, enter the code “YNY10” when registering online (not for use with other discounts). </span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Go to</span><a href="http://www.yiddishnewyork.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <span style="font-weight: 400;">www.yiddishnewyork.com</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for more information.</span>

*Past program. View a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/368131437632452" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">replay of the live concert here</a>! (Skip ahead to the 34 min 32 second mark when the concert begins). <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/december25/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Visit the event page for recordings</a> of all of the family activities.* <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Beginning at 10 am </span></span></span> <span class="head1"><strong><span class="head2"><span class="head3">Snowy. Jewish. Happy. Caring. Buddhist. Generous. Family. Creative. Friendly. Sparkly. Fill in your own blank and join us for our annual day of family fun.</span></span></strong></span> <span class="head1"><span class="head2"><span class="head3">The Museum is open virtually. The online galleries are warm. All we need is you to get the party started. Join us for live music online with returning favorite Alex Mitnick of the Emmy Award-wining <strong><span style="font-size: large;">Alex &amp; the Kaleidoscope </span></strong><span style="font-size: large;">from his home studio, </span>on-demand arts and crafts video lessons, and more!</span></span></span> <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/december25/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Additional details can be found on the December 25 website.</a> Sponsored by the Robert Saligman Jewish Heritage Fund+

<iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/500880445" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> This program was held on December 21, 2020. If you do not currently receive our emails, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/subscribe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">please sign up here</a>. To support NMAJH events like this in the future, please consider making a donation. <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/334605/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=FloryJagoda97&amp;c_src2=EventPageButton" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> &nbsp; <span style="font-weight: 400;">Monday, December 21, 2020 at 1pm ET</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Free with suggested $10 donation.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">See “Ways to Watch” below for details on how to access the program</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us as we celebrate the 97</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">th</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> birthday of the National Heritage Fellowship Award-winning, legendary Ladino singer and songwriter,  Flory Jagoda. Together we’ll enjoy a 45 minute concert packed with lovely Ladino songs and stories from </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">La Nona</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (Ladino for “The Grandmother” and one of Flory’s official titles) from her 2012 appearance at the Richmond Folk Festival, accompanied on stage by her apprentice Susan Gaeta and renowned instrumentalist Howard Bass. A Q&amp;A with Flory's daughter, Betty, will take place immediately following the concert.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">When the young Flory fled the Nazi invasion of her home country, Bosnia, she took with her only the clothes on her back, her </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">harmonica</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (ladino word for accordion) and her "suitcase full of songs” (which she says while pointing to her head). Known as “The Keeper of the Flame”, Flory is the only living member of the Altarac Family singers who learned the Jewish music of Spain’s once thriving Sephardic community from her </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nona</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> (grandmother), who learned them from her </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nona…</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">all the way back over 500 years to the time before the Jewish People’s expulsion from Spain in 1492.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Flory spent many decades in the United States spreading the stories and songs that were passed onto her, performing concerts all over the country, taking on students and apprentices, and hosting large song-filled holiday gatherings at her house. Flory was awarded the prestigious National Heritage Fellowship in 2002, the highest honor our nation bestows upon traditional artists.</span> <b><i>Ways to Watch</i></b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook: Look for the LIVE post on the</span><a href="http://facebook.com/nmajh"><b> Museum's Facebook page</b></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> at 1 pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">NMAJH website: A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be available on the Museum's website <strong><a href="https://www.nmajh.org/flory-jagoda-97th-birthday-show/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></strong>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook and Zoom during the live program.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Zoom: Registration is required to receive the link—<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_H_Wv8OR3RLeexYdm2y2Zyw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>click here</b></a>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots—access is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Zoom will cut off registration when the limit has been reached. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead—they are all free and have unlimited capacity.</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span> <i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This program is presented by The National Museum of American Jewish History with Co-Sponsorship from The Virginia Folklife Program, The Center for Cultural Vibrancy, and The Lowell Milken Fund for American Jewish Music at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music.</span></i> <img class="alignleft wp-image-1361 size-full" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/11Folklife-e1609955497951.jpg" alt="" width="343" height="61" /><img class="alignleft wp-image-1360 size-full" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/11CCV-logo5-e1609955529647.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="70" />

<strong>Past event.</strong> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6Bxx1nCIFg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to view the recordin</a>g. <b>Saturday, December 12 at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT</b> Wave your magic wand....now <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/houdini-and-copperfield/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here</a> and more information will magically appear about this event.

<strong>Past program.</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/181166376985536" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to view the recording.</a> Thursday, December 10, 2020, at 1pm ET Free with suggested $10 donation. See “Ways to Watch” below for details on how to access the program Join<strong> </strong>Brooklyn born singer/multi-instrumentalist Herman Berman for a musical celebration of Hanukkah like you’ve never heard before. In this short concert program Berman will perform his epic 2019 Hanukkah album, <em>The Menorah: It’s Lit</em>. In between some of the tunes Berman, along with NMAJH public programs manager and musician Dan Samuels, will take a few minutes to talk about Herman’s life story, as well as his early musical influences from his parents to the Church next door to where he grew up, as well as the masters (of Jewish Parody and All-around Schtick) such as Mickey Katz, Mel Brooks, the Marx Brothers and more. <b>Ways to Watch</b> <i>Facebook: </i>Look for the LIVE post on the<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Museum's Facebook page</a></strong> at 1 pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. <i>NMAJH website: </i>A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be available on the Museum's website <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/little-lunch-concert-ft-herman-berman/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>. You will be prompted to enter your email address. Please note that you may need to refresh your screen and press “play” on the video—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook and Zoom during the live program. <i>Zoom: </i>Registration is required to receive the link--<strong><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iR03BZCMRpaZYcmK-gv5sQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here</a></strong>. There are a limited number of Zoom slots--access will be available on a first-come, first-serve the evening of the event. Zoom will stop letting people in when we run out of room. Should that occur, please use one of the other methods listed above instead--they are all free and have unlimited capacity. <em>This program is presented by The National Museum of American Jewish History in partnership with Next Stage Arts Project</em> <em><img class="alignnone wp-image-1402" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/next-logo-1366x1128.jpg" alt="" width="123" height="102" /></em>

<strong>Live online at 4 pm ET</strong> <strong>FREE.</strong><a href="https://programs.cjh.org/tickets/great-kosher-meat-war-2020-12-10" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong> Registration required here to receive the Zoom link.</strong></a> Presented by <a href="https://programs.cjh.org/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Center for Jewish History</a> In partnership with the <a href="https://nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">National Museum of American Jewish History</a> Past program. <a href="https://www.cjh.org/culture/media-archive/great-kosher-meat-war-2020-12-10" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the recording here</a>. <p style="margin: 0in;">In response to a precipitous rise in the price of kosher meat, thousands of Jewish women took to the streets of Manhattan’s Lower East Side on May 15, 1902. Their stated intention was to shut down every kosher butcher shop until prices came down. What was conceived as a nonviolent effort did not remain so for long. In <a href="https://www.nebraskapress.unl.edu/potomac-books/9781640123588/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">T<em>he Great Kosher Meat War of 1902: Immigrant Housewives and the Riots That Shook New York City</em></a> (University of Nebraska Press, 2020), writer and historian <strong>Scott D. Seligman</strong> tells the twin stories of the Beef Trust, the midwestern cartel that conspired to keep meat prices high despite efforts by the U.S. government to curtail its nefarious practices, and the mostly uneducated female immigrants who discovered their collective consumer power. With few resources and little experience but a great deal of steely determination, this group of women organized themselves into a potent fighting force, and in their first foray into the political arena in their adopted country, successfully challenged powerful vested corporate interests and set a pattern for future generations to follow.</p>

<p style="text-align: left;"><iframe title="Lunchtime Concert ft. Asher Shasho Levy" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/487612646?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" width="672" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" data-mce-type="bookmark" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span><span style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" data-mce-type="bookmark" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: left;">This program was held on November 24, 2020 at 1pm and was free, <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">with suggested $5 donation</a>.</p> Oudist, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist <strong>Asher Shasho Levy</strong> is a Syrian Jewish musician and scholar of Sephardic heritage and culture, who seeks to spread the beauty of the Sephardic tradition through his writing, recording, research, and concerts. An honors graduate of the University of Southern California, he performs internationally and is the leader of the Aram Soba Ensemble, a group dedicated to the musical heritage of Syrian Jewry, as well as serving as artist in residence at Valley Beth Shalom Synagogue and as a Jewish educator throughout the Los Angeles area. <strong>Ways to watch: </strong>This concert will be available on the Museum's <a href="https://facebook.com/nmajh" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook page</a> and on the <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/livestream-concert-with-asher-shasho-levy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NMAJH website here.</a> Additionally, if you would prefer to use Zoom to watch the program, <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_l5OudUECRiStZxK9zWISpg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">you can register and receive the Zoom link here.</a> <div></div> <div>Presented  in partnership with:</div> <div><a href="http://www.bzbi.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img class="aligncenter wp-image-858" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/BZBI-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="105" height="126" /></a></div>

<em><strong>Past program. Recordings from this series can be found on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8xN-0pNqPYaB0z_ekXO3CW5JkM6Jmhqb" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Katz Center's YouTube channel</a>. </strong></em> <strong>7:30 pm ET FREE. <a href="https://upenn.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iBsveMmCSiah-4AytHa2vA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here to receive Zoom link</a>.</strong> This program is part of "Jews and the America to Come" series presented by Penn's Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies Even as the country struggles with a pandemic and massive unemployment, many Americans have at the same time been newly awakened to racial injustice and economic inequality. Much of the change now underway has been tragic; some of it is hopeful; and the combination may yet produce a very different America. The aim of this online series is to draw on the insights of scholarship to explore the implications of all these changes for American Jews—their role in the changes underway, and/or the stake they have in them as a community. Through presentations by experts from the fields of Jewish Studies, Religious Studies and Political Theory, the series will address the implications for Jews of the #Metoo movement, the continuing struggle against racism, the prospects for freedom of speech, the fight against economic injustice, and the future of America's relationship with Israel. No one can be certain about what the future brings, but in certain ways, the future is already here. The aim of this series is to encourage reflection about the America to come, and what Jews can do to help shape it. Renowned scholar and activist<strong> Dr. Anthea Butler</strong> brings new perspectives to the much-discussed relationship between Black and Jewish Americans in civil rights movements, past and present. <div class="event__text-wrapper"> <strong>Sponsors</strong> Presented in partnership with the <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer">National Museum of American Jewish History</a>. <em>We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt Family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em> </div> L. S. Lowry, "Coming from the Mill," 1930, held in The Lowry.

Past program. <a href="https://vimeo.com/487310939" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to view the recording</a>. <strong>7:00 pm ET</strong> FREE with <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$5 suggested donation</a> <u><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hmBP2nu_SWm0mbVVE65Arw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Registration required for those watching on zoom.</a></u> Registration not required if viewing on FB. <p style="font-size: 14px;">Presented by<a href="https://www.cla.temple.edu/feinstein-center-for-american-jewish-history/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Temple University’s Feinstein Center for American Jewish History</a>, the <a href="https://nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">National Museum of American Jewish History</a>, and community sponsorship from the <a href="https://www.freelibrary.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Free Library of Philadelphia</a></p> What does Broadway, a seemingly “innocent” and “frivolous” all-American art form have to say about race and white supremacy? Join <strong>Warren Hoffman</strong>, author of <i>The Great White Way: Race and the Broadway Musical</i>, in conversation with <strong>Elizabeth Wollman</strong>, Baruch College, as they discuss the ways in which Broadway musicals from <i>Oklahoma!</i> And <i>West Side Story</i> to <i>Hamilton</i> and <i>The Book of Mormon</i> shape and have been shaped by the racial ideologies that make the U.S. the nation it is today. To purchase <em>The Great White Way</em> at a 30% discount (with free shipping), enter promo code 02AAAA17 <a href="https://cdcshoppingcart.uchicago.edu/Cart2/Cart?PRESS=rutgers&amp;ISBN=9781978807112" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">on the publisher's website</a>.

<strong><em>Past program. Recordings from this series can be found on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8xN-0pNqPYaB0z_ekXO3CW5JkM6Jmhqb" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Katz Center's YouTube channel</a>. </em></strong> <strong>7:30 pm ET FREE. <a href="https://upenn.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IJ-enCThQumbzCfQF1byow" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here to receive Zoom link</a>.</strong> This program is part of "Jews and the America to Come" series presented by <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Penn's Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies</a> Even as the country struggles with a pandemic and massive unemployment, many Americans have at the same time been newly awakened to racial injustice and economic inequality. Much of the change now underway has been tragic; some of it is hopeful; and the combination may yet produce a very different America. The aim of this online series is to draw on the insights of scholarship to explore the implications of all these changes for American Jews—their role in the changes underway, and/or the stake they have in them as a community. Through presentations by experts from the fields of Jewish Studies, Religious Studies and Political Theory, the series will address the implications for Jews of the #Metoo movement, the continuing struggle against racism, the prospects for freedom of speech, the fight against economic injustice, and the future of America's relationship with Israel. No one can be certain about what the future brings, but in certain ways, the future is already here. The aim of this series is to encourage reflection about the America to come, and what Jews can do to help shape it. The United States has long been Israel’s closest ally, partly due to the tireless advocacy of American Jews. But the American Jewish relationship with Israel is changing, and U.S. policy toward Israel is becoming more controversial domestically. <strong>Dr. Dov Waxman</strong> discusses what these trends mean for the future of American support for Israel. &nbsp; <div class="event__text-wrapper"> <strong>Sponsors</strong> Presented in partnership with the <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer">National Museum of American Jewish History</a>. <em>We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt Family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em> </div>

4-5 pm ET <strong>Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=274795060580265&amp;ref=watch_permalink" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here for the recording.</a> </strong> This event will be streamed <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/kennedy-center-arts-across-america/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">live online here</a>. <div>We are thrilled to present the diversity of American Jewish culture through two special musical performances in conjunction with the iconic John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. As part of its Arts Across America series, we will offer a concert featuring <strong>Chloe Pourmorady</strong>, who will share her own creation of Persian-Jewish music, and <strong>Joey Weisenberg</strong>, who will sing ancient Jewish texts with a modern soundscape.</div> <div></div> <div>Presented as part of Arts Across America, brought to you by Facebook—a live performance series presented Mondays through Fridays to uplift &amp; showcase artists from across the country. <a href="http://kennedy-center.org/artsacrossamerica/?fbclid=IwAR1wGv-usCbCVcRIdvFHfaT8tAnxjbOOYhjxsxiQCy_ZYH-cCG5JHPKlTlg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web">Learn more here</a>.</div> This event is free with a suggested <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">$5 donation to the Museum</a> to help us continue to bring you this kind of programming, and please consider dropping something in the virtual tip jar for our artists. <div><strong>Virtual Tip Jar</strong></div> <div></div> <div><strong>Chloe Pourmorady</strong></div> <div>Venmo: @chloepourmorady</div> <div>PayPal: chloepourmorady@gmail.com</div> <div></div> <div><strong>Rising Song Institute</strong></div> <div><a href="https://www.risingsong.org/donate" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web">https://www.risingsong.org/donate</a></div> &nbsp; &nbsp;

<strong><em>Past program. Recordings from this series can be found on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8xN-0pNqPYaB0z_ekXO3CW5JkM6Jmhqb" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Katz Center's YouTube channel</a>. </em></strong> <strong>7:30 pm ET FREE. <a href="https://upenn.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UemrPdjhR8-qNWER8o9ehg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here to receive Zoom link</a>.</strong> This program is part of "Jews and the America to Come" series presented by <a href="https://katz.sas.upenn.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Penn's Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies</a> <strong>The year 2020 has been a transformative one for American society, but what is it becoming?</strong> Even as the country struggles with a pandemic and massive unemployment, many Americans have at the same time been newly awakened to racial injustice and economic inequality. Much of the change now underway has been tragic; some of it is hopeful; and the combination may yet produce a very different America.The aim of this online series is to draw on the insights of scholarship to explore the implications of all these changes for American Jews—their role in the changes underway, and/or the stake they have in them as a community. Through presentations by experts from the fields of Jewish Studies, Religious Studies and Political Theory, the series will address the implications for Jews of the #Metoo movement, the continuing struggle against racism, the prospects for freedom of speech, the fight against economic injustice, and the future of America's relationship with Israel.No one can be certain about what the future brings, but in certain ways, the future is already here. The aim of this series is to encourage reflection about the America to come, and what Jews can do to help shape it. <strong>Rabbi Jill Jacobs’ </strong>career is distinguished by a combination of leadership, intellectual engagement, and an abiding passion for justice. In this talk, she will reflect on the Jewish community's role in America's ongoing and mounting struggle with economic inequality. <div class="event__text-wrapper"> <strong>Sponsors</strong> Presented in partnership with <a href="https://www.truah.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer">T'ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human Rights</a> and the <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer">National Museum of American Jewish History</a>. <em>We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Klatt Family and the Harry Stern Family Foundation.</em> Image: Marc Chagall, "La Vie," 1965, held in the Fondation Maeght </div>

<strong>The American Jewish Philanthropic Complex </strong><strong>8:00 pm ET</strong> Past program. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLy2_y605tocQaUCjK5vwuWmnfq7FjgKP" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Symposium recordings available here</a>. <em>Free. Register at here to receive the Zoom link: <a href="https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717685?program=a0V2X00000LxRKpUAN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717685?program=a0V2X00000LxRKpUAN</a></em> Author <strong>Lila Corwin Berman</strong> joins host <strong>Yehuda Kurtzer</strong> for a live taping of <em>Identity/Crisis</em> podcast, where they will delve into the complicated relationship between private philanthropy, tax policy, and Jewish nonprofits – the topic of her new book, <em>The American Jewish Philanthropic Complex</em>. <i>The Shalom Hartman Center proudly presents this program as a part of the “Judaism, Citizenship, and Democracy Symposium” in partnership with The National Museum of American Jewish History.</i> <hr /> Programs in this series: 10/26 <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/a-time-to-build-strengthening-american-democracy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A Time to Build: Strengthening American Democracy</a> 10/27 <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/trust-and-truth-in-a-polarized-era/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Trust and Truth in a Polarized Era</a> 10/28 <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-american-jewish-philanthropic-complex/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The American Jewish Philanthropic Complex</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<strong>Trust and Truth in a Polarized Era </strong><strong>8:00 pm ET</strong> Past program. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLy2_y605tocQaUCjK5vwuWmnfq7FjgKP" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Symposium recordings available here</a>. <em>Free. Register at here to receive the Zoom link: <a href="https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717684?program=a0V7R00000MbXakUAF" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717685?program=a0V2X00000LxRKpUAN</a></em> Americans are experiencing a deep crisis of trust. We see our partisan opponents as dangerous, have lost faith in our politicians and increasingly struggle with figuring out what is true and what isn’t. The threats of rising populism, extremism, and polarization draw from the very foundations of our social lives, including our reliance on social media. Considering this, how are we to understand this crisis? And what are ways of responding morally - and Jewishly - to the seeming breakdown of truth and faith in this polarized moment? In this session, Hartman faculty <strong>Mijal Bitton</strong> will be in conversation with political scientist, journalist, and founder of Persuasion magazine, <strong>Yascha Mounk</strong>, one of the world's leading experts on the crisis of liberal democracy and the rise of populism. <i>The Shalom Hartman Center proudly presents this program as a part of the “Judaism, Citizenship, and Democracy Symposium” in partnership with The National Museum of American Jewish History.</i> <hr /> Programs in this series: 10/26 <a href="//hartman.tfaforms.net/4717683?program=a0V7R00000LxZ1aUAF" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A Time to Build: Strengthening American Democracy</a> 10/27 <a href="https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717684?program=a0V7R00000MbXakUAF" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Trust and Truth in a Polarized Era</a> 10/28 <a href="https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717685?program=a0V2X00000LxRKpUAN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The American Jewish Philanthropic Complex</a>

<strong>A Time to Build: Strengthening American Democracy </strong><strong>8:00 pm ET</strong> Past program. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLy2_y605tocQaUCjK5vwuWmnfq7FjgKP" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Symposium recordings available here</a>. <em>Free. Register at here to receive the Zoom link:  <a href="https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717683?program=a0V7R00000LxZ1aUAF">https://hartman.tfaforms.net/4717683?program=a0V7R00000LxZ1aUAF</a></em> Can we strengthen American democracy by investing in its institutions? Author <strong>Yuval Levin</strong> and <strong>Rivka Press Schwartz</strong> discuss the Jewish framework of his recent book, <em>A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream</em> <i>The Shalom Hartman Center proudly presents this program as a part of the “Judaism, Citizenship, and Democracy Symposium” in partnership with The National Museum of American Jewish History.</i> <hr /> Programs in this series: 10/26 <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/a-time-to-build-strengthening-american-democracy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">A Time to Build: Strengthening American Democracy</a> 10/27 <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/trust-and-truth-in-a-polarized-era/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Trust and Truth in a Polarized Era</a> 10/28 <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/events/the-american-jewish-philanthropic-complex/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The American Jewish Philanthropic Complex</a>

<strong>@ 6 pm ET</strong> <strong>J.Proud is hosting an online community Shabbat in honor of National Coming Out Day!</strong> <strong><em>Past event</em></strong> We'll join in prayer and song in a service led by community members and leaders, friends and family. Celebrate your identity, celebrate the joy of being out and proud, and celebrate this incredible community! If you would like to participate in leading this service, through song or prayer, please feel invited to message <a href="https://www.facebook.com/J.ProudEvents" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">J.Proud's facebook page</a>. <a href="https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvc-ioqTsqHNJ0cv8JJnxnCd7JqorqzvqS?fbclid=IwAR0INs9-dutVkAVNbnefpg9srSnVh6Qj32whEo66CgwbhD_xqJZhW6Ru7hA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to register to receive the Zoom link</a>. Organized and supported by J.Proud members, <a href="https://rodephshalom.org/prism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rodeph Shalom</a>, and NMAJH <hr /> <strong>About J.Proud</strong> <span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa fgxwclzu a8c37x1j keod5gw0 nxhoafnm aigsh9s9 d3f4x2em fe6kdd0r mau55g9w c8b282yb iv3no6db jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v knj5qynh oo9gr5id hzawbc8m" dir="auto"><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa fgxwclzu jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v knj5qynh oo9gr5id hzawbc8m">The mission of the J.Proud Jewish Philly LGBTQ Consortium is to work together as a collective agent of change to raise awareness, educate, and advocate for the diverse needs of the Jewish LGBTQ community while building relationships with allies in the Greater Philadelphia area. J.Proud’s Consortium of members including Jewish organizations, synagogues, schools, and other institutions, are committed to building and nurturing a safety net of LGBTQ-inclusive programs and resources for Jewish LGBTQ individuals and communities. J.Proud hosts events throughout the year in an effort to build community and provide spaces that support and celebrate being Jewish and LGBTQ.</span></span>

<strong>Charlottesville and the Case Against White Supremacy Short Film Screening and Panel Discussion </strong> <strong>Thursday, October 8 2020 at 8 pm ET (5pm PT / 7pm CT) </strong> <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XiEudHRqQei9uG1I26vTRg" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to register</a>. Registration is Required to Access the Zoom Session. This program is free and open to the public <em><strong>Past event</strong></em> <strong>About the program: </strong> Three years ago, neo-Nazis and white supremacists descended on Charlottesville, VA for a weekend of violence. This violence was no accident — rather, it was the result of months of planning. And it served as a harbinger of the cycle of extremist terror that has followed. Integrity First for America (IFA), in partnership with a world-class legal team, is uniquely taking on the neo-Nazis, white supremacists, and hate groups at the center of this violent movement, holding them accountable in federal court for the violence they brought to Charlottesville in 2017. IFA’s lawsuit details how these extremists conspired online to orchestrate a weekend of violence, which resulted in Heather Heyer’s death and extensive injuries. It provides a tangible way to take action against the white supremacy and extremism that’s poisoning this country and has the potential to bankrupt and dismantle the leaders and hate groups at the center of this movement — which is key, given their disturbing connections to the broader cycle of violence. Taking on, and taking down, these violent extremists is all the more critical as we see them try to exploit recent protests to spread disinformation, hate, fear, and violence. Join IFA Executive Director <strong>Amy Spitalnick</strong>, attorney <strong>Michael Bloch</strong>, and co-founder of Nurturing Diversity Partners, <strong>Reggie Jackson</strong>, for an overview of this landmark case and the broader fight against White Supremacy, antisemitism racism, and other forms of hate. The panel will be moderated by <strong>Hannah Rosenthal</strong>, former Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism, U.S. State Department; former President and CEO, Milwaukee Jewish Federation. The program will begin with a screening of the short film, ‘Reawakening’, by Alexandra Horowitz in which rabbis and members of Charlottesville’s only synagogue voice responses to the 2017 Unite the Right rallies and discuss how the antisemitism they experienced transformed their community, including how it led them to become more involved in social justice, and the DC-based independent filmmaker’s comments about the project. <strong>Program Partners &amp; Suggested Donations</strong> <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwji44LZtOvrAhVrhXIEHTvQCgYQFjAAegQIARAD&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fjewishmuseummilwaukee.org%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw10UqWNl8rlPa6Tg8LTsFy2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jewish Museum Milwaukee</a> is proud to partner with <a href="https://www.integrityfirstforamerica.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Integrity First for America</a>, <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiP_YX-tOvrAhXLmHIEHVRuAhUQFjAAegQIARAB&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.holocaustmuseumla.org%2F&amp;usg=AOvVaw2D1UGo8veA5CuEUd1Z81vX" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Holocaust Museum LA</a>, <a href="https://nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">National Museum of American Jewish History</a>, and <a href="http://nurturingdiversity.us/">Nurturing Diversity Partners</a> to provide this meaningful program. Please consider donating to support the work of these organizations. All donations will be shared. <p style="font-size: 120%; text-align: center;"><a href="https://app.mobilecause.com/f/16lb/n?vid=1ex4a" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">DONATE HERE</a></p> Sponsored by the <a href="https://www.milwaukeejewish.org/departments/social-action/jcrc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jewish Community Relations Council of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation</a> &nbsp; <p style="font-size: 75%;">Image: Flowers and a photo of car-ramming victim Heather Heyer lie at a makeshift memorial on Aug. 13. Justin Ide—Reuters. https://time.com/charlottesville-white-nationalist-rally-clashes/</p> <hr /> <b>Jewish Museum Milwaukee's Critical Conversation Starters: Social Justice Series</b> Take an in-depth look at the plight and fight surrounding fundamental human and civil rights issues taking place around the country and in Milwaukee. In this engaging, edifying series, national, community and organizational leaders, will discuss vital social justice topics – historical, novel, amplified, systemic, evolving – amid a time of unrest and uncertainty. Prejudicial treatment, cultural bias, accessibility, and opportunity barriers are social ills that can and must be addressed. Hear about the impact on Milwaukee, how diverse organizations are involved, and what services and initiatives are in place and being developed to combat these ails and effect positive change.

<p class="x_x_MsoNormal"><b>Mayim Bialik returns to NMAJH virtually </b>Tuesday, October 6 @ 7 pm ET (4 pm PT) Free, with special Q&amp;A access for just $15</p> <p class="x_x_MsoNormal"><strong>Past program. <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/livestream-conversation-with-mayim-bialik/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">View the recording here.</a> Program begins at the 39-minute mark</strong></p> &nbsp; <p class="x_x_MsoNormal">We are excited to welcome quadruple threat, <b>Mayim Bialik</b>, for an online conversation.</p> <p class="x_x_MsoNormal">This actress, neuroscientist, author, and producer last joined us in person in 2012. We can't wait to hear about everything she's been up to since then! From the spectacular success of the number one comedy in America <em>The Big Bang Theory</em>, to the new show <em>Call me Kat</em> slated to begin shooting this fall which she's producing and in which she'll also star, to authoring <em>New York Times</em> bestselling books, and everything in between and still to come.</p> <p class="x_x_MsoNormal">Can't get enough of this powerhouse? The program will stream for free on our website and Facebook Live <strong>OR</strong><b> you can upgrade your experience for just $15 to watch the entire program on Zoom with access to an exclusive audience Q&amp;A.</b></p> <p class="x_x_MsoNormal"><b>Reserve your upgraded experience today!</b></p> You will be able to watch the entire program on Zoom and participate in an exclusive Q&amp;A with Mayim not available on the free livestream. The link will be emailed to you with your ticket confirmation. <ul> <li><a href="http://tickets.nmajh.org/WebStore/shop/ViewItems.aspx?Merchant=NMAJH&amp;CG=TKT&amp;C=MBRTKT" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NMAJH Members reserve your free ticket here</a>. Members: You MUST reserve a free ticket to receive the Zoom link.</li> <li><a href="https://tickets.nmajh.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=TKT&amp;c=PPE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Purchase your $15 General Public upgrade here</a></li> </ul> <p class="x_x_MsoNormal"><b>How to access the free livestream</b></p> <em>If you'd like to watch the program for free, without access to the exclusive Q&amp;A, here's how you do it:</em> <ul> <li><strong>Facebook Live:</strong> Look for the LIVE post on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web" data-segment-action="add" data-segment-id="cad20b84-9d35-11ea-8f6a-d4ae5292c36f">Museum's Facebook page</a> just before the program start-time. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program.</li> <li><strong>NMAJH Website:</strong> A little before the program start time, the livestream will also be available on <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/livestream-conversation-with-mayim-bialik/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web" data-segment-action="add" data-segment-id="cad20b84-9d35-11ea-8f6a-d4ae5292c36f">the Museum's website here.</a> Please note that you may need to refresh your screen—the static image will be replaced with the live feed before the program starts.</li> <li><strong>Registration:</strong> Registration is not required. For those viewing on Facebook, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-link-type="web" data-segment-action="add" data-segment-id="cad20b84-9d35-11ea-8f6a-d4ae5292c36f">RSVP via Facebook is encouraged</a>, though not required. Please consider making <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">a $5 donation</a> when participating in free programming. Thank you!</li> </ul> <div class="home__event-all-cta-wrapper" style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--red box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=DonationButton&amp;c_src2=Livestream" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate</span></a></div> &nbsp; <hr /> <p class="x_x_MsoNormal"><b>For more on Mayim... </b></p> <ul> <li class="x_x_MsoNormal"><a title="https://www.today.com/popculture/mayim-bialik-shares-how-her-faith-provides-her-comfort-during-t179455" href="https://www.today.com/popculture/mayim-bialik-shares-how-her-faith-provides-her-comfort-during-t179455" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Check out this article from TODAY</a> about how Mayim leans on her Jewish faith during the pandemic.</li> <li class="x_x_MsoNormal"><a title="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Mayim-Bialik-Bio-Card-Pdf.pdf" href="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Mayim-Bialik-Bio-Card-Pdf.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here for Mayim's bio</a>.</li> </ul> &nbsp; 📸: Storm Santos

<strong>2:00 pm ET</strong> Pay-what-you-can <a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl py34i1dx gpro0wi8" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://noam-vazana.com/tickets/?fbclid=IwAR1L3A--Kwyn-fgE4pZ7A8zkLZpAw-wprsoAZuRMMnkvNU20LDSmWmYpe9U" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://noam-vazana.com/tickets/</a> There will be NO livestream on social media -- the concert is only available by registering through Nani's site. After her live concert and conversation with NMAJH on September 30, we know you'll be eager for more Nani Noam Vazana. Join us on Sunday, October 4 for an uplifting concert featuring songs of love, hope and resilience. Take a break from the difficulties and uncertainty of our daily lives and celebrate optimism and joy with Nani's enchanting musicality. Music is medicine for the soul.

<strong>Conversation and Concert with Nani Noam Vazana</strong> <strong>Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/367497137770207" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here for the recording.</a>. The recording begins at 13 minutes.</strong> Wednesday, September 30 at 1 pm ET via Facebook Live and NMAJH website Free, with suggested $5 donation. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/3582093318470195/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook RSVP encouraged</a>. Registration not required. In partnership with <a href="http://jewsinallhues.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jews in ALL Hues</a> <p style="font-size: 120%;">Celebrate and explore the music of the Israeli-born, Netherlands-based Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) artist, <strong>Nani Noam Vazana</strong>. Nani will sit down virtually with NMAJH public programs manager and musician, Dan Samuels, to talk about her upbringing, her Moroccan roots, musical influences, and what drives her passion for preserving old and creating new Ladino music.</p> <p style="font-size: 120%;">Nani is an acclaimed international singer, composer, pianist, and trombonist. Her current work captures the spirit of an endangered language and culture, propels it into the 21st century with socially pertinent lyrics, and celebrates migration, gender, and identity from a strong, female perspective. Read more about Nani in <a href="https://www.timesofisrael.com/an-israeli-singer-in-amsterdam-creates-the-worlds-first-ladino-pop-album/#gs.fp9m40" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">this article.</a></p> <p style="font-size: 120%;"><strong>Ways to watch</strong> Look for the LIVE post on the <a href="http://nmajh.org/facebook" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Museum's Facebook page</a> at 1pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program.</p> <p style="font-size: 120%;">Beginning at 1pm EST, this program will also be available on the <a href="https://nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Museum's website NMAJH.org</a> via a pop-up message on the homepage. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook during the live program.</p> <hr /> <strong>About the series: </strong> This series launched in June 2020 explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, performances, videos, audio, and audience Q&amp;A, this series will use music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. <strong>More about Nani Noam Vazana</strong> Nani Noam Vazana is an acclaimed international singer, composer, pianist and trombonist. She brings a breath of fresh air into the world music landscape with her hypnotizing vocals, often compared to Mercedes Sosa and Nina Simone, and her timeless compositions, which blend Middle Eastern music, North African beats, and the Sephardic traditional song. The cultural backgrounds of her fellow musicians – Pablo Dominguez (son of Chano Doinguez) on guitar and Ayoze de Alejandro on percussion - range, like the Ladino language itself, from all around the globe: the Iberian peninsula, Israel and The Canary Islands. For 2020 she is booked to play on major stages: the Richmond Folk Festival USA (main stage), the Montana Folk Festival USA (main stage), representing Israel at the HUE Festival Vietnam, the Manchester Jazz Festival UK and 34 more dates around the world. In 2019, she performed at the Kennedy Center USA, Jodhpur RIFF festival India, represented the Netherlands at the EU Music Festival in Vietnam, won the SENA Album Award and an Arts Council England Commission Award. The Dutch NPO network released a mini documentary about Nani’s musical work in 2018. Nani also composed music for BBC and NPO documentaries. Nani is the chairwoman of the Amsterdam Artist Collective, CEO at <em>Why DIY Music</em> and at <em>Nova Productions</em>, and is a frequent collaborator, including with the Amsterdam Andalusian Orchestra and South-African cellist Abel Selaocoe.

The Museum/virtual offices are closed today in observance of the Yom Kippur–the Day of Atonement. Wishing those who observe an easy fast and <em>g'mar hatimah tovah</em>. &nbsp; Artifact image: Hands of Priestly Benediction, Congregation Shaarei Eli, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, ca. 1918 Carved and painted wood National Museum of American Jewish History, 1984.59.3 b Gift of Congregation Shaare Eli

<div><strong>2:30 pm ET (11:30 am PT)</strong></div> <div></div> <div><strong>Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/669219870370853" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Please find a recording here.</a> The program begins at the 32-minute mark.</strong></div> <div></div> <div>As we approach the holiest day on the Jewish calendar—Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement—we are in a period called the Days of Awe. It is a time of deep reflection when we contemplate the meaning of life and loss. In a year like the one we have all been experiencing, it's hard to reconcile so much hardship and loss with renewed hope and optimism for the new year that lies ahead.</div> <div></div> <div>Rabbi Sally J. Priesand, the first ordained female rabbi in the U.S., will offer her thoughts, and words of reflection for study and prayer during this time leading up to Yom Kippur and the Yizkor—memorial—service. We will then view and recall together the moving remarks Justice Ginsburg made during her <em>Only in America</em> award acceptance speech at our Museum just this past December, before concluding with the Mourner's Kaddish—a solemn prayer traditionally spoken by those mourning the loss of a loved one, teacher, or person held in high respect.</div> <div></div> <div> <div><strong>Ways to Participate</strong></div> <div></div> <div>Facebook Live: Look for the LIVE post on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-segment-action="add" data-segment-id="cad20b84-9d35-11ea-8f6a-d4ae5292c36f">Museum's Facebook page</a> just before the program start-time. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program.</div> <div></div> <div>NMAJH Website: The livestream will also be available <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/online-memorial-service-in-memory-of-justice-ginsburg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">on the Museum's website.  </a><strong>You may need to refresh your screen</strong>—the static image will be replaced with the live feed about 20 minutes before the program starts.</div> <div></div> <div>Registration: Registration is not required. For those viewing on Facebook, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/373198237021148/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-segment-action="add" data-segment-id="cad20b84-9d35-11ea-8f6a-d4ae5292c36f">RSVP via Facebook is encouraged </a>though not required.</div> </div> <div></div> <div>Image: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, US Supreme Court official portrait, 2016</div>

Shanah tova! The Museum/virtual offices remain closed today in observance of the Jewish New Year. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and sweet New Year. &nbsp; Image: Rosh Hashanah postcard National Museum of American Jewish History, 1982.3.8 Mr. &amp; Mrs. Paul Schimmel Purchase Fund

Shanah tova! The Museum/virtual offices are closed today in observance of the Jewish New Year. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and sweet New Year. &nbsp; Image: Rosh Hashanah postcard National Museum of American Jewish History, 1982.5.1 NMAJH Purchase, Weinberg Trust

NMAJH virtual offices will close at 3 pm today in observance of the Jewish New Year, which begins at sundown tonight. Shanah tova! Wishing you a happy, healthy, and sweet New Year. &nbsp; Image: "Matron America” pop-up Rosh Hashanah Greeting Card, Hebrew Publishing Company 1909 National Museum of American Jewish History, 1982.20.1, Gift of Barbara Kirschenblatt-Gimblett

<div>Wednesday, September 16 @ 1pm EST</div> <div>Free via Facebook Live and NMAJH.org</div> <div></div> <div><strong>Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/332457897829544" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Recording available here.</a> The program begins at 19 min and 30 seconds.</strong></div> <div></div> <div>We're excited to bring you acclaimed musician, Sarah Aroeste, live from her home to yours! Sarah is an international Ladino singer/songwriter, author and cultural activist, who draws upon her Sephardic family roots from Macedonia and Greece (via Medieval Spain) to bring Judeo-Spanish culture to new generations. Since 2001, Aroeste has toured the globe and recorded five albums, from a feminist Ladino rock album (Gracia, 2012) to an all-original Ladino children’s album (Ora de Despertar, 2016). Aroeste also recently published her newest children’s book, Buen Shabat, Shabbat Shalom (Kar-Ben and PJ Library, 2020), the first bilingual Ladino-English board book. Bringing Ladino words and music to young and old, Aroeste works to introduce Sephardic culture to wider audiences. <a title="http://www.saraharoeste.com" href="http://www.saraharoeste.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.saraharoeste.com</a></div> <div></div> <div><strong>Ways to Watch</strong></div> <div></div> <div>FACEBOOK OPTION: Look for the LIVE post on the Museum's Facebook page just before 1pm ET. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program.</div> <div></div> <div> WEBSITE OPTION: Beginning at 1pm EST, this program will also be available at NMAJH.org via a pop-up message on the homepage. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook during the live program. REGISTRATION RSVP via Facebook is encouraged, though not required. <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout?c_src=DonationButton&amp;c_src2=Homepage" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This event is free with a suggested donation of $5</a>. </div>

<strong>12 - 12:45 pm ET</strong> Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=235608061142231&amp;ref=watch_permalink" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the recording here</a>. We’re excited to partner on the Smithsonian Folklife Festival's upcoming digital program, <em>First Synagogue in the Americas</em>. Join historians <strong>Dr. Jacques Ribemboim</strong> and <strong>Dr. Daniela Levy</strong> as they share the fascinating tale of the Jewish community of Pernambuco and its first synagogue in the Americas, Kahal Zur Israel, erected over 380 years ago in Recife, Brazil. Fleeing persecution, 23 members of the community went on to establish Shearith Israel in New Amsterdam (New York City), the first Jewish congregation in North America. This story is also where our Museum’s core exhibition begins, when these first permanent Jewish settlers came to the New World. Filmmaker and DJ Grace Mozes moderates. <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">This event is part of the Festival’s “Brasil: Nações do Nordeste” programming.</div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql"></div> <div>WAYS TO WATCH</div> <div>There are lots of ways to watch -- choose the method that works best for you!</div> <div> <em>This event will be streamed live on the <a href="https://festival.si.edu/event/story-circle-first-synagogue-in-the-americas">Folklife Festival website</a>, the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/599778587379541">Folklife Festival Facebook page</a>, and the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/SmithsonianFolklife">Folklife Festival YouTube page</a>.</em> ACCESSIBILITY Real-time captioning (CART) and American Sign Language interpretation will be provided for this program while it’s live. To access, please follow the links below. </div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">Simulcast with ASL and CART: <a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl py34i1dx gpro0wi8" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://s.si.edu/folklifeASL?fbclid=IwAR0M3bIuIixsbS0XfJntHFU90N64b1UQWXS7l71TAkFJ5TlQvOyovoG-0Io" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://s.si.edu/folklifeASL</a></div> <div class="o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql">CART only via Streamtext: <a class="oajrlxb2 g5ia77u1 qu0x051f esr5mh6w e9989ue4 r7d6kgcz rq0escxv nhd2j8a9 nc684nl6 p7hjln8o kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x jb3vyjys rz4wbd8a qt6c0cv9 a8nywdso i1ao9s8h esuyzwwr f1sip0of lzcic4wl py34i1dx gpro0wi8" tabindex="0" role="link" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fs.si.edu%2FfolklifeCART%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0M3bIuIixsbS0XfJntHFU90N64b1UQWXS7l71TAkFJ5TlQvOyovoG-0Io&amp;h=AT0t-FJHYCvgtR000jGzWkA5PwtN8eMpUwW1g1iby8JLSiWj6k_y8iAzGvBLw0kBC6wZyJNz_mpct1hX-fEhzMQsv-3tV_SsgfKGM2RnBGFowPrsNggEDUwP-LKFk3lia1MSvR8" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://s.si.edu/folklifeCART</a></div>

<h4><strong>7-8 pm Eastern</strong> <strong>This program is free and open to the public | </strong><strong><a href="https://jewishmuseummilwaukee.org/donate/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Suggested donation $5</a> </strong>All donations will be shared between JMM and the National Museum of American Jewish History.</h4> Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=2699211570350904&amp;ref=watch_permalink" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the recording here</a>. <h4><a href="https://jewishmuseummilwaukee.org/events/virtual-book-club-lost-family/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here for more information and to register</a><strong>. Pre-registration is required to receive Zoom link.</strong></h4> You swab your cheek or spit into a vial, then send it away to a lab somewhere. Weeks later you get a report that might tell you where your ancestors came from or if you carry certain genetic risks. Or the report could reveal a long-buried family secret and upend your entire sense of identity.Soon a lark becomes an obsession, an incessant desire to find answers to questions at the core of your being, like “Who am I?” and “Where did I come from?” Welcome to the age of home genetic testing. Award-winning journalist <strong>Libby Copeland</strong> will discuss her new book, T<em>he Lost Family: How DNA Testing Is Upending Who We Are</em>. In this book, Copeland investigates what happens when we embark on a vast social experiment with little understanding of the ramifications. She explores the culture of genealogy buffs, the science of DNA, and the business of companies like Ancestry and 23andMe, all while tracing the story of one woman, her unusual results, and a relentless methodical drive for answers that becomes a thoroughly modern genetic detective story. Organized by: <img class="alignnone wp-image-1001" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Jewish-Museum-Milwaukee-logo.jpg" alt="" width="344" height="86" />

<strong>Wednesday, August 12 at 4 pm ET</strong> <strong>via Zoom </strong> <strong>Registration required</strong> Past program. <a href="https://www.cjh.org/culture/media-archive/wndering-dixie-2020-08-12" target="_blank" rel="noopener">View the recording here</a>. <strong>Sue Eisenfeld</strong> is a Yankee by birth and a Virginian by choice, an urbanite who came to appreciate the rural South while understanding the need to interrogate its complexities. In <em><a href="https://ohiostatepress.org/books/titles/9780814255810.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Wandering Dixie: Dispatches from the Lost Jewish South</a></em>, she travels to nine states, uncovering how the history of Jewish southerners converges with the region’s complex, conflicted present. Learning how some southern Jews benefited from slavery and escaped some discrimination by not being on the lowest rung of society’s ladder, she finds herself on an African-American history journey as well, investigating the unexpected ways that race, religion, and hidden histories intertwine. <strong>Tickets:</strong> Pay what you wish; reservation required at <a href="https://eisenfeld.bpt.me/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">eisenfeld.bpt.me</a> or 800-838-3006 to receive a link to the Zoom program <strong>Presented by:</strong> Center for Jewish History and the National Museum of American Jewish History

<strong>Thursday, August 6 at 2pm ET</strong> Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/763650727720558" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Recording available HERE.</a> Program begins at 20 min 20 seconds. Meet the author of the runaway hit children's book, <em>Good Morning Zoom</em>! Learn firsthand how the book came about and enjoy hearing the book read aloud by author Lindsay Rechler herself. <strong>About the Author: </strong> Lindsay Rechler is a mother to two young children, Jack and Kenzie. She lives in Manhattan and is a Managing Director at a global investment bank. Like all parents, within the last few months, she and her husband Zack have also become chefs, bakers, coaches, teachers, musical directors, sanitizers, authors and artists. <em>Good Morning Zoom</em> was written for today’s children and for future generations to record the impact the pandemic had on our lives and how we weathered the storm together. <strong>About the book:</strong> <em>Good Morning Zoom</em> is a story based on the classic children’s poetry of <em>Goodnight Moon</em>. This modern twist expresses the emotions young children might be feeling during the global pandemic. Their reality has become isolating with their parents, many of whom are still working from home, and seeing friends and loved ones only through the barrier of a screen. This lyrical portrayal of life during the Coronavirus gives voice and hope to our youngest who are replacing school and hugs with technology. <strong> Ways to Watch: Facebook Live or NMAJH.org</strong> Look for the LIVE post on the Museum's Facebook page just before 2pm EST. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. Beginning at 2pm EST, this program will also be available at <a href="http://nmajh.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">NMAJH.org</a> via a pop-up message on the homepage. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook during the live program. <strong>Registration</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2754741204849964" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">RSVP via Facebook is encouraged</a>. This event is free, registration not required. Donations welcome. <strong>Buy the Book</strong> Good Morning Zoom is available in the Museum Store <a href="https://www.judaicashop.net/p-11036-good-morning-zoom.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.

<strong>Wednesday, August 5 at 4 pm ET</strong> <strong><em>Past program.</em> </strong> The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) and the National Museum of American Jewish History (NMAJH) share a legacy of collaboration since their founding. Learn about this unique and valued relationship and the implications it has on relationships between the Black and Jewish Communities in our region today. This discussion will feature <strong>Ivan Henderson</strong>, Vice President of Programming for AAMP, <strong>Josh Perelman</strong> PhD, Chief Curator &amp; Director of Exhibitions and Interpretation for NMAJH, and will be moderated by <strong>Shira Goodman</strong>, Regional Director, ADL. <strong>TO REGISTER:</strong> <a href="https://adl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYldO2hrzooG9G3F_kPo2abYJSEWwE2ehUV" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Please click here to register.</a> This event is will be held over Zoom. You must register to receive the link.

<p align="center"><b>Presented by the Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival (GPJFF)</b></p> <p align="center"><b>A 4-Part Virtual Film Series!</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Every Monday Night, July 13 - August 3, 2020 </b></p> <p align="center"><b>7 PM EST</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Post-film discussions with guest speakers to be announced!</b></p> <p align="center">$10 General Admission</p> <p align="center">$36 "Double Chai" Pass (gets you ALL four films)</p> <i>Today, we live in a rare moment </i><i>– a moment where transformation is possible and we, as a people, are capable of changing history! As we continue to navigate our differences, share our experiences, ask questions, and educate ourselves, we must remember it is up to us – as citizens of these united states – to be the change we want to see.</i> <i>The staff at GPJFF hopes that <b>SHARED STORIES </b>will inspire dialogue and meaningful conversations, increase empathy and understanding, encourage further learning, and spur one to take action in whatever way feels right to them.</i> <i>Upon registering, the night of the screening at 6 PM EST, you will receive an email with a private link for the film.</i> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18605" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18605" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/they-aint-ready-for-me/">They Ain’t Ready for Me</a></b> Monday, July 13</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18607" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18607" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/shared-legacies/">Shared Legacies</a></b> Monday, July 20</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18606" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18606" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/joachim-prinz/">Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent</a></b> Monday, July 27</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18608" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18608" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/sammy-davis/">Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me</a></b> Monday, August 3</dd> </dl> &nbsp;

<p align="center"><b>Presented by the Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival (GPJFF)</b></p> <p align="center"><b>A 4-Part Virtual Film Series!</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Every Monday Night, July 13 - August 3, 2020 </b></p> <p align="center"><b>7 PM EST</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Post-film discussions with guest speakers to be announced!</b></p> <p align="center">$10 General Admission</p> <p align="center">$36 "Double Chai" Pass (gets you ALL four films)</p> <i>Today, we live in a rare moment </i><i>– a moment where transformation is possible and we, as a people, are capable of changing history! As we continue to navigate our differences, share our experiences, ask questions, and educate ourselves, we must remember it is up to us – as citizens of these united states – to be the change we want to see.</i> <i>The staff at GPJFF hopes that <b>SHARED STORIES </b>will inspire dialogue and meaningful conversations, increase empathy and understanding, encourage further learning, and spur one to take action in whatever way feels right to them.</i> <i>Upon registering, the night of the screening at 6 PM EST, you will receive an email with a private link for the film.</i> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18605" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18605" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/they-aint-ready-for-me/">They Ain’t Ready for Me</a></b> Monday, July 13</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18607" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18607" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/shared-legacies/">Shared Legacies</a></b> Monday, July 20</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18606" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18606" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/joachim-prinz/">Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent</a></b> Monday, July 27</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18608" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18608" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/sammy-davis/">Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me</a></b> Monday, August 3</dd> </dl> &nbsp;

<p align="center"><b>Presented by the Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival (GPJFF)</b></p> <p align="center"><b>A 4-Part Virtual Film Series!</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Every Monday Night, July 13 - August 3, 2020 </b></p> <p align="center"><b>7 PM EST</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Post-film discussions with guest speakers to be announced!</b></p> <p align="center">$10 General Admission</p> <p align="center">$36 "Double Chai" Pass (gets you ALL four films)</p> <i>Today, we live in a rare moment </i><i>– a moment where transformation is possible and we, as a people, are capable of changing history! As we continue to navigate our differences, share our experiences, ask questions, and educate ourselves, we must remember it is up to us – as citizens of these united states – to be the change we want to see.</i> <i>The staff at GPJFF hopes that <b>SHARED STORIES </b>will inspire dialogue and meaningful conversations, increase empathy and understanding, encourage further learning, and spur one to take action in whatever way feels right to them.</i> <i>Upon registering, the night of the screening at 6 PM EST, you will receive an email with a private link for the film.</i> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18605" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18605" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/they-aint-ready-for-me/">They Ain’t Ready for Me</a></b> Monday, July 13</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18607" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18607" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/shared-legacies/">Shared Legacies</a></b> Monday, July 20</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18606" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18606" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/joachim-prinz/">Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent</a></b> Monday, July 27</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18608" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18608" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/sammy-davis/">Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me</a></b> Monday, August 3</dd> </dl> &nbsp;

<p align="center"><b>Presented by the Gershman Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival (GPJFF)</b></p> <p align="center"><b>A 4-Part Virtual Film Series!</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Every Monday Night, July 13 - August 3, 2020 </b></p> <p align="center"><b>7 PM EST</b></p> <p align="center"><b>Post-film discussions with guest speakers to be announced!</b></p> <p align="center">$10 General Admission</p> <p align="center">$36 "Double Chai" Pass (gets you ALL four films)</p> <i>Today, we live in a rare moment </i><i>– a moment where transformation is possible and we, as a people, are capable of changing history! As we continue to navigate our differences, share our experiences, ask questions, and educate ourselves, we must remember it is up to us – as citizens of these united states – to be the change we want to see.</i> <i>The staff at GPJFF hopes that <b>SHARED STORIES </b>will inspire dialogue and meaningful conversations, increase empathy and understanding, encourage further learning, and spur one to take action in whatever way feels right to them.</i> <i>Upon registering, the night of the screening at 6 PM EST, you will receive an email with a private link for the film.</i> &nbsp; <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Tamar-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18605" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18605" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/they-aint-ready-for-me/">They Ain’t Ready for Me</a></b> Monday, July 13</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Shared-Legacies-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18607" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18607" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/shared-legacies/">Shared Legacies</a></b> Monday, July 20</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Joachim-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18606" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18606" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/joachim-prinz/">Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent</a></b> Monday, July 27</dd> </dl> <dl class="gallery-item"> <dt class="gallery-icon landscape"><img class="attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail" src="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-150x150.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px" srcset="https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail.jpg 150w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-96x96.jpg 96w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-24x24.jpg 24w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-36x36.jpg 36w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-48x48.jpg 48w, https://pjff.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sammy-Thumbnail-64x64.jpg 64w" alt="" width="150" aria-describedby="gallery-1-18608" /></dt> <dd id="gallery-1-18608" class="wp-caption-text gallery-caption"><b><a href="https://pjff.org/sammy-davis/">Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me</a></b> Monday, August 3</dd> </dl>

<span class="oi732d6d ik7dh3pa d2edcug0 qv66sw1b c1et5uql a8c37x1j irj2b8pg enqfppq2 jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v knj5qynh oo9gr5id hzawbc8m" dir="auto">Friday, July 10, 2020 at 12 PM Pacific/3 PM Eastern </span> <strong><em>Past program.</em> </strong> We're excited to co-present this edition of RadioCJM -- a daytime music program brought to you by our friends at <a href="https://thecjm.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> The Contemporary Jewish Museum</a> in San Francisco. This installment features performances by <strong>Elie Massias</strong> (pictured) that evokes the vistas and musical influences of Massias's birthplace of Gibraltar, his Sephardic ancestry, jazz, flamenco guitar, and more. As Stuart Boomer of Cadence Magazine writes, “Massias has a command of the guitar that extends from the fingerboard to the amplifier, from the lightest acoustic play to R&amp;B.” Join us for a unique form of musical expression drawn from a lifetime of varied experience and musical genres. Click here to register on zoom: <a href="https://thecjm.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P6V1O-CLTXuthUTOE5tkvg?fbclid=IwAR1mj-LdX2BCOng0trJFY8w2fg9LBeStu0OcJWeFW1xl_aFAFXffDHld5Gk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> https://thecjm.me/2XRVxoc</a>

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/469743633" width="640" height="373" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Conversation and Concert with Clinton Fearon</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Originally aired and recorded on Wednesday, July 8 at 6 pm Eastern</strong></p> <p style="text-align: left;">Celebrate and explore the music of the Jamaican-born singer and songwriter, <b>Clinton Fearon</b>. Clinton will sit down virtually with NMAJH public programs manager and musician, Dan Samuels, to talk about his upbringing, musical influences, favorite collaborators, what drives his efforts to heal the world with music,  and the similarities and differences between Judaism and Rastafarianism. We will premiere captivating video recordings of Clinton and be treated to a live performance as well.</p> <p style="text-align: left;"><strong>Ways to watch:</strong> Look for the LIVE post on the Museum's Facebook page at 6pm EST. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program.</p> Beginning at 6pm EST, this program will also be available at NMAJH.org via a pop-up message on the homepage. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook during the live program. Free. Donations welcome. <strong>About the series: </strong> This new series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, performances, videos, audio, and audience Q&amp;A, this series will use music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. <strong>Episode presented in partnership with:</strong> <img class="alignnone wp-image-858" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/BZBI-Logo.jpg" alt="" width="105" height="126" /> <strong>More About Clinton Fearon:</strong> “My music is good for the soul, always with a message of hope and betterment for tomorrow.” A member of the legendary Gladiators, one of the most popular vocal groups to emerge from Jamaica in the formative years of reggae, singer and songwriter Clinton Fearon has been bringing roots reggae music to audiences across the globe for more than four decades. Emerging from the island of Jamaica in the 1960s, reggae captivated the world with its musical calls for justice, freedom, and equality, and messages of hope and redemption. Clinton’s vibrant voice, the deep groove of his bass playing, and his visionary lyrics remind listeners that reggae is much more than just a musical style. The reggae beat, slow and steady like the human heartbeat, has roots in Jamaica’s indigenous folk percussion and the religious drumming known as nyahbingi. Reggae also drew from mento, a Jamaican folk music closely related to Trinidadian calypso, and from two popular homegrown dance styles, ska and rock steady, both influenced by American R&amp;B and jump blues. Reggae’s development is intertwined with the history of Rastafarianism, a spiritual, social, and political movement that developed among the island’s poor beginning in the 1930s. In the volatile political climate of the 1960s, these musical antecedents fused with the social activism and spiritual consciousness of Rastafarianism to produce reggae. Inspired by these musical currents, Clinton Fearon formed his first band as a teenager in Kingston. Then, in 1969, he was playing guitar in his yard when a member of the Gladiators overheard his voice; the band, with a big hit under their belts but suddenly short a singer, quickly recruited the talented 19-year-old. For the next 18 years, Fearon was a key member of the internationally legendary Gladiators, playing bass guitar and contributing to the band’s distinctive vocal mix. Fearon’s talent for songwriting also had a huge impact on the band’s legacy. At the same time, his commanding bass playing earned him steady work as a session musician with some of the biggest producers on the island, Lee “Scratch” Perry of Black Ark Studio and Coxsonne Dodd of Studio One. In 1987, at the end of an international Gladiators’ tour, Fearon formed a new group, the Defenders, with other reggae musicians sojourning in the U.S. The Defenders’ stateside success led Fearon to settle permanently in Seattle. In 1994, Fearon started his own roots reggae ensemble, the Boogie Brown Band. Fearon remains a prodigious composer—his 11th self-produced album, <em>This Morning</em>, was released in 2016—and a powerful voice for the redemptive vision of reggae. As he says, “My music is good for the soul, always with a message of hope and betterment for tomorrow."

<strong>Conversation and Concert with Rabbi Yosef Goldman</strong> Past Program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/730803684417155" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Recording available HERE</a>. (Begins at the 29 minute mark) Wednesday, July 1 at 6 pm Eastern via Facebook Live and NMAJH website Free, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/190767385624809/">Facebook RSVP encouraged</a>. Celebrate and explore the music of <strong>Rabbi Yosef Goldman’s</strong> new album, <em>Open My Heart</em> (2019, Rising Song Records). Rabbi Goldman will sit down virtually with NMAJH public programs manager and musician, <strong>Dan Samuels</strong>, to talk about his upbringing, musical influences, favorite collaborators, and what drives his efforts to heal the world with music. We will premiere never-before-seen captivating recordings of Yosef and other musicians created during the making of the album, and see if – just maybe – we can get Yosef to sing something for us live. <strong>To watch:</strong> Look for the LIVE post on the Museum's Facebook page at 6pm EST. You do not need a Facebook account to view the program. Beginning at 6pm EST, this program will also be available at NMAJH.org via a pop-up message on the homepage. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available on Facebook during the live program. Free. Donations welcome. <strong>About the series: </strong> This new series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, performances, videos, audio, and audience Q&amp;A, this series will use music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. The first three installments of this series will celebrate and explore contemporary Jewish music with noticeable influences from near and far through the leaders of the Philadelphia-based Rising Song Institute. <strong>Series presented in partnership with:</strong> <img class="alignnone wp-image-863" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Combined-Logos-1.jpg" alt="" width="314" height="188" /> <strong>About Rabbi Yosef Goldman:</strong> Rabbi Yosef Goldman is the Co-Director of Hadar’s Rising Song Institute. Raised in a mixed Orthodox Ashkenazi and Mizrachi home, Yosef has taught and led prayer in communities of every Jewish movement. He has served as <em>ba’al tefillah</em> for some of the most spiritually vibrant and creative prayer communities in the United States and Israel, including Romemu and B’nai Jeshurun in Manhattan, the Kitchen in San Francisco, and Beit Tefila Yisraeli in Israel. For over a decade, as a consultant, Yosef has advised synagogues and prayer communities seeking to deepen the communal and spiritual experience through musical prayer. Yosef’s original Jewish music is sung at synagogues, schools, and camps across the country. His first album of original music, <em>Open My Heart</em>, was released by the Rising Song Institute in the winter of 2019. As a sought-after vocalist, Yosef performs and records with a wide range of Jewish artists. He is a longtime featured vocalist in the Hadar Ensemble and a founding member of the Middle Eastern Jewish music ensemble, <em>The Epichorus</em>. Along with trombonist Dan Blacksberg, Yosef was selected by the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts for its 2018-2019 Jazz Residency. Yosef received rabbinic ordination from the Jewish Theological Seminary in 2013, with a concentration in pastoral care and counseling, and was also awarded a Master of Sacred Music. He most recently served as Rabbi and Director of Sacred Music at Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel in Philadelphia. &nbsp;

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/437954320" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Conversation and Concert with Deborah Sacks Mintz</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Recorded and aired on Wednesday, June 24 at 6 pm Eastern</strong></p> Celebrate and explore the music of <strong>Deborah Sacks Mintz’s</strong> new album, <em>The Narrow and The Expanse</em> (2020, Rising Song Records). Deborah will sit down virtually with NMAJH public programs manager and musician, <strong>Dan Samuels</strong>, to talk about her upbringing, musical influences, favorite collaborators and what drives her efforts to heal the world with music. We will premiere captivating, never-before-seen recordings of Deborah and other musicians created during the making of the album, and see if – just maybe – we can get Deborah to sing something for us live. <strong>About the series: </strong> This new series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, performances, videos, audio, and audience Q&amp;A, this series will use music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. The first three installments of this series will celebrate and explore contemporary Jewish music with noticeable influences from near and far through the leaders of the Philadelphia-based Rising Song Institute. <strong>Episode presented in partnership with:</strong> <img class="alignnone wp-image-863" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Combined-Logos-1.jpg" alt="" width="353" height="211" /> <strong>More About Deborah Sacks Mintz:</strong> A musician, educator, and prayer facilitator, Deborah Sacks Mintz serves as a resource to communities across North America and beyond who seek to deepen their practice of empowered song and connective prayer. She has served innovative institutions across the country as a teacher of Torah and Jewish communal music, including Congregation Beth Elohim in Brooklyn, the Brandeis Collegiate Institute in Los Angeles, and currently as a rabbinic fellow at B’nai Jeshurun in NYC as well as on faculty at Hadar’s Rising Song Institute. In addition to composing new Jewish melodies and facilitating leadership workshops nationwide, Deborah can be found regularly collaborating with a myriad of musicians, including Joey Weisenberg, Chava Mirel, Josh Warshawsky, and Elana Arian. A leading voice in the Jewish music soundscape, her distinctive harmonies can be heard on over a dozen records by artists from coast to coast. A Wexner Graduate Fellow, Deborah is pursuing rabbinical ordination at the Jewish Theological Seminary, and holds degrees in music and religious anthropology from the University of Michigan

<p style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/434347218" width="640" height="360" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"><span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span></iframe></p> <strong>Conversation and Concert with Joey Weisenberg, founder of the Rising Song Institute</strong> Wednesday, June 17 at 6 pm Eastern via Facebook Live and NMAJH website Free, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/259974381928500/">Facebook RSVP encouraged</a> <strong>Joey Weisenberg</strong> has seven albums of <em>nigunim</em> (traditional Jewish tunes) and two books to his name. Joey will sit down virtually with NMAJH public programs manager and musician, <strong>Dan Samuels</strong>, to talk about his upbringing, musical influences, favorite collaborators, and what drives his efforts to heal the world with music. We will premiere never-before-seen captivating recordings of Joey and the Hadar Ensemble and see if – just maybe – we can get Joey to sing something for us live. <strong>About the series: </strong> This new series explores music from varied Jewish traditions and diverse cultures, from the historic and traditional to the contemporary and reimagined. Through conversations, performances, videos, audio, and audience Q&amp;A, this series will use music to better understand the complex, culturally diverse communities which make up the Jewish People, and our nation. The first three installments of this series will celebrate and explore contemporary Jewish music with noticeable influences from near and far through the leaders of the Philadelphia-based Rising Song Institute. Episode presented in partnership with: <img class="alignnone wp-image-863" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Combined-Logos-1.jpg" alt="" width="392" height="235" /> <strong>More About Joey Weisenberg:</strong> A virtuosic multi-instrumental musician, singer, and composer, Joey Weisenberg has devoted himself to opening up the sounds of people singing together in community.  The founder and co-director of <a href="https://www.risingsong.org/">Hadar’s Rising Song Institute</a>, which aims to cultivate the grassroots musical-spiritual creativity of the Jewish people, Joey works to educate and train communities around the world to unlock their musical-spiritual potential and make music a vibrant, joy-filled force in Jewish life. Joey is the author of <em>Building Singing Communities</em>, a practical guide to bringing people together in song, as well as <em>The Torah of Music</em>, a treasury of Jewish teachings and insights about the spiritual nature of music, which received the National Jewish Book Award in 2017. A devoted student and <a href="https://joey-weisenberg.mykajabi.com/joey-weisenberg-instructional-library">teacher of ancient and traditional Jewish melodies</a>, Joey also composes new nigunim that have moved and inspired Jews around the world. He has released seven albums with the Hadar Ensemble, most recently <a href="https://joeyweisenberg.bandcamp.com/album/nigunim-vol-vii-songs-of-ascent"><em>Nigunim Vol. VII: Songs of Ascent</em></a> (2019).

Past program. <a href="https://vimeo.com/423872616" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Recording available HERE.</a> At 4 PM EST, tune in at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/">Facebook.com/NMAJH</a>*. You do not need a Facebook account to watch. Program is free. <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout">Donations welcome</a>. Featuring <b>Lila Corwin Berman</b> Professor of Jewish Studies and Director, Feinstein Center for American Jewish History, Temple University and <strong>Michael Berenbaum,</strong> Independent Consultant for museums and historical films; professor of Jewish Studies and director of the Sigi Ziering Institute, American Jewish University in Los Angeles. Each week during Jewish American Heritage month, we'll sit down virtually with some of our favorite historians and Museum advisors (who happen to be leading scholars of American Jewish history) to find out how they're doing and to learn how the Jewish community has faced and overcome crises throughout American history. *Other ways to watch: just before 4pm EST, visit <a href="http://nmajh.org">NMAJH.org</a>. There will be a pop-up directing you to the livestream on our website. Please note that audience Q&amp;A is only available through Facebook. Image: Maureen and Tommy Haddican, Wantagh, New York Courtesy of Maureen Pingel

<strong>May 21, 10 - 11:15 AM</strong> Object-based learning encourages students to<strong> ask adventurous questions,</strong> make <strong>interesting discoveries</strong>, put individual stories in <strong>historical context</strong>, and develop the ability to <strong>empathize</strong> with historical figures. In this webinar you will gain practical tools that can be used in online teaching, incorporated into existing lesson plans, and add <strong>new dimensions to your students' learning</strong> experiences.

<div> This event was held on May 21.<a href="https://vimeo.com/423844054" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Recording available HERE</a>. You do not need a Facebook account to watch. Program is free. <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout">Donations welcome</a>. In the counterfactual novel <i>The Plot Against America</i>, the basis for the recent HBO series, Phillip Roth imagined an America where antisemitism ran amok. But the many historic events depicted on the page and screen reveal the deep currents of antisemitism coursing through American life in the 1930s and 1940s.  They serve as sobering reminders of a past when America’s Jews responded to antisemitism, just as they must again today. With <ul> <li><b>Michael Berenbaum</b>, Independent Consultant; professor of Jewish Studies and director of the Sigi Ziering Institute, American Jewish University in Los Angeles</li> <li><b>Pamela S. Nadell</b>, Professor and Patrick Clendenen Chair in Women’s &amp; Gender History, American University</li> </ul> Each week during Jewish American Heritage month, we'll sit down virtually with some of our favorite historians and Museum advisors (who happen to be leading scholars of American Jewish history) to find out how they're doing and to learn how the Jewish community has faced and overcome crises throughout American history. Image copyright HBO 2020. </div>

May 14, 10 - 11:15 AM <em>OpenBook: Discovering American Jewish History Through Objects</em> is NMAJH's innovative curriculum based on <strong>material culture from the Museum's collection.</strong>Each lesson combines <strong>traditional Jewish text study</strong> with <strong>museum-inspired</strong> object-based learning to study history in unexpected ways while inviting students to explore problem solving, adapting to change, relationship building, and living a life of value.

<div>This program was held on May 14. <a href="https://vimeo.com/421079029">Check out the recording here!</a> Program is free. <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout">Donations welcome</a>.</div> <div></div> <div>The Civil War divided the American Jewish community much as it did the nation as a whole.  Learn about Jews on both sides of the struggle, Jews and slavery, Lincoln and the Jews, and the lasting impact of the Civil War on American Jewish life in this informative conversation with the museum's Chief Historian, Jonathan D. Sarna. A preeminent scholar of American Jewish History <b>Sarna</b> is the Joseph H. and Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History, Brandeis University.</div> <div></div> <div>Each week during Jewish American Heritage month, we'll sit down virtually with some of our favorite historians and Museum advisors (who happen to be leading scholars of American Jewish history) to find out how they're doing and to learn how the Jewish community has faced and overcome crises throughout American history.</div>

<strong>May 13, 5 - 6:15 PM</strong> Object-based learning encourages students to<strong> ask adventurous questions,</strong> make <strong>interesting discoveries</strong>, put individual stories in <strong>historical context</strong>, and develop the ability to <strong>empathize</strong> with historical figures. In this webinar you will gain practical tools that can be used in online teaching, incorporated into existing lesson plans, and add <strong>new dimensions to your students' learning</strong> experiences.

<div align="left"><strong>May 12, 2 - 3:15 PM</strong></div> <div align="left"></div> <div align="left">Our <strong>signature distance learning program</strong>, the Traveling Suitcase allows students to become <strong>history detectives</strong> as they uncover the life story of Eva Baen through primary sources from the Museum's collection.</div> <div align="left"></div> <div align="left">Using images of her possessions, students come to understand the power of ordinary, everyday objects. This webinar introduces this program and enables you to bring the traveling suitcase to virtual classrooms.</div>

<div align="left"><strong>May 7, 10 - 11:15 AM</strong></div> <div align="left"></div> <div align="left">Our <strong>signature distance learning program</strong>, the Traveling Suitcase allows students to become <strong>history detectives</strong> as they uncover the life story of Eva Baen through primary sources from the Museum's collection.</div> <div align="left"></div> <div align="left">Using images of her possessions, students come to understand the power of ordinary, everyday objects. This webinar introduces this program and enables you to bring the traveling suitcase to virtual classrooms.</div>

This program was held on May 7.  <a href="https://vimeo.com/420037938">Check out the recording here!</a> Program is free. <a href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/#!/donation/checkout">Donations welcome</a>. The Spanish influenza pandemic of 1918 has been considered the most severe pandemic in recent history.  Then, as today, American medical personnel were on the front lines.  Among them was nurse Lillian Wald.  Recruiting other brave women to help her, she circulated a flyer titled “A Stern Task for Stern Women.”  The Great Depression, a defining moment for American Jews, challenged all that they had achieved since coming to America.  It rocked their financial stability, made them question their futures, and threatened to destroy the institutions they had built. With <ul> <li><b>Pamela S. Nadell</b>, Professor and Patrick Clendenen Chair in Women’s &amp; Gender History, American University</li> <li><b>Beth S. Wenger,</b> Moritz and Josephine Berg Professor of History and Associate Dean of Graduate Studies, School of Arts and Sciences, University of Pennsylvania</li> </ul> <div></div> <div>Each week during Jewish American Heritage month, we'll sit down virtually with some of our favorite historians and Museum advisors (who happen to be leading scholars of American Jewish history) to find out how they're doing and to learn how the Jewish community has faced and overcome crises throughout American history.</div>

<strong>May 5, 2 - 3:15 PM</strong> Object-based learning encourages students to<strong> ask adventurous questions,</strong> make <strong>interesting discoveries</strong>, put individual stories in <strong>historical context</strong>, and develop the ability to <strong>empathize</strong> with historical figures. In this webinar you will gain practical tools that can be used in online teaching, incorporated into existing lesson plans, and add <strong>new dimensions to your students' learning</strong> experiences.

<div>When <b>Norman Eisen</b> moved into the US ambassador's residence in Prague, returning to the land his mother had fled after the Holocaust, he was startled to discover swastikas hidden beneath the furniture in his new home. These symbols of Nazi Germany were remnants of the residence's forgotten history, and evidence that we never live far from the past.</div> <div></div> <div>Presented in partnership with the <b>Herbert D. Katz Center for Advanced Judaic Studies at the University of Pennsylvania</b>.</div> <div></div>

May is Jewish American Heritage Month. Every year, organizations around the U.S. join together in discovering, exploring, and celebrating the vibrant, varied history of American Jewish experience from the dawn of our nation to the present day. To join NMAJH in discovering, exploring, and celebrating more than three centuries of American Jewish experience, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/jewish-american-heritage-month/">click here</a>.

Past program. <a href="https://vimeo.com/413178103" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here to view the recording.</a> "Project Runway" Season 18 final four contestant and Philadelphia-based fashion designer Nancy Volpe Beringer, interviewed by Brooke Schostak.

<div> <strong>Master Class in American Jewish History</strong> </div> <div> For over 360 years, Jews have been an integral part of the American story. Highlighting themes including religious freedom, the struggle between tradition and adaptation, immigration, and social action, this series offers a deep dive into NMAJH's core exhibition and the story of Jews in America. </div> <div> Please note: This series is part of our New Docent Training and is open only to new and existing docents. </div>

<div> <strong>Master Class in American Jewish History</strong> </div> <div> For over 360 years, Jews have been an integral part of the American story. Highlighting themes including religious freedom, the struggle between tradition and adaptation, immigration, and social action, this series offers a deep dive into NMAJH's core exhibition and the story of Jews in America. </div> <div> Please note: This series is part of our New Docent Training and is open only to new and existing docents. </div> <div> Upcoming Classes: </div> <div> April 27: The Civil War with Rabbi Dr. Lance Sussman </div>

<div> <strong>Master Class in American Jewish History</strong> </div> <div> For over 360 years, Jews have been an integral part of the American story. Highlighting themes including religious freedom, the struggle between tradition and adaptation, immigration, and social action, this series offers a deep dive into NMAJH's core exhibition and the story of Jews in America. </div> <div> <strong>Please note:</strong> This series is part of our New Docent Training and is open only to new and existing docents. </div> <div> Upcoming Classes: </div> <div> April 22: Jews and American Frontiers with Dr. Shari Rabin </div> <div> April 27: The Civil War with Rabbi Dr. Lance Sussman </div>

<div> <strong>Educating About Auschwitz and the Holocaust</strong> At Auschwitz-Birkenau, Nazis murdered over one million people. How do you teach about this horrific history, particularly with those who have never learned about the Holocaust before? Dr. Rebecca Dupas of the United States Holocaust Memorial-Museum will cover the history of Auschwitz and share pedagogical tools used at USHMM. Please note: This webinar is in a series of trainings for our upcoming exhibition, <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/exhibitions/the-evidence-room/"><i>The Evidence Room</i></a>, and is open only to existing docents. </div>

Past program. <a href="https://vimeo.com/411187561" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Recording available HERE</a>. Tune into Facebook Live at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable">Facebook.com/NMAJH</a> on 4/20 at 6:00 PM ET to watch. In honor of Yom HaShoah, NMAJH’s own Public Programs Manager, <strong>Dan Samuels</strong>, will be joined by award-winning Philadelphia singer/songwriter <strong>Avi Wisnia</strong> to discuss the stories and songs of his grandfather, Cantor and Auschwitz survivor <strong>David S. Wisnia</strong>. Cantor Wisnia's remarkable singing voice helped save him in the concentration camp, and he continues singing to this day as he and his grandson travel around the world performing concerts and conducting programs on the Holocaust. Dan and Avi will premiere some never-before-seen video footage from an intimate concert performed by Avi and his grandfather. Conversations between songs will explore the duo’s multi-generational musical connection, the importance of preserving David’s story and legacy, the Wisnia’s family’s recent return to Poland to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, and more. The program will highlight the urgency of keeping the memory of the Holocaust alive, and the importance of passing on this legacy from generation to generation. This program is free with a suggested donation. Help us create virtual programs like this one by supporting the Museum. <a title="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/" href="https://www.classy.org/give/242250/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable">Donate Today</a>

<div> <strong>Master Class in American Jewish History</strong> </div> <div> For over 360 years, Jews have been an integral part of the American story. Highlighting themes including religious freedom, the struggle between tradition and adaptation, immigration, and social action, this series offers a deep dive into NMAJH's core exhibition and the story of Jews in America. </div> <div> <strong>Please note:</strong> This series is part of our New Docent Training and is open only to new and existing docents. </div> <div> Upcoming Classes: </div> <div> April 20: The American Revolution with Dr. Jonathan Sarna April 22: Jews and American Frontiers with Dr. Shari Rabin </div> <div> April 27: The Civil War with Rabbi Dr. Lance Sussman </div>

Past program. <a href="https://vimeo.com/408044817" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Recording available HERE.</a> &nbsp; <strong>Note: Freedom Seder Revisited has been rescheduled for Monday, April 6. The event will be virtual in response to COVID-19 Safety Regulations.</strong> Inspired by the original 1969 Freedom Seder, where hundreds of people of all backgrounds gathered to explore and celebrate freedom in the context of the Civil Rights Movement, this communal event invites you to the Passover table for an evening of commemoration, stories, performances, and a community exploration of freedom in America today.

<b>PLEASE NOTE: This event is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. We will work to reschedule and keep you posted.</b>

<div>This event has been canceled.</div>

This event has been postponed. All tickets purchased will be honored on the rescheduled date. Thank you for your support

What gives our words power? Whose voices are heard? And when can fighting for our beliefs make a difference? Curated Cocktails, presented by the <strong>Young Friends of NMAJH</strong>, addresses these powerful questions and more as we highlight our current special exhibition, <em><strong>Power of Protest: The Movement to Free Soviet Jews.</strong></em>

Join us for a special Family Day honoring our nation’s presidents, explore an original letter written by George Washington to the Jewish community (on view at the Museum) and write your own letter to the president at the Freedom Family Presidential Corner. Join us for crafts and story time for children, teens, and adults of all abilities. You might meet George Washington himself, he promised to stop by and say hello. <strong>Newly on view:</strong> The Truman Torah, gifted from Isreal's first president Chaim Weizmann to former United States President Harry S. Truman. <a href="https://www.nmajh.org/exhibitions/power-of-protest/"><em>Power of Protest: The Movement to Free Soviet Jews</em></a>

Join the Young Friends of NMAJH for an evening at the Museum sipping, snacking, and creating a masterpiece with local artist Ariel Cohen! Paint an idyllic scene of a sacred landscape, while enjoying complimentary wine and light bites as you paint.

Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day filled with family-friendly performances, arts and crafts activities, spotlight talks about social justice, documentary screenings, and more.

<strong>THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.</strong> Come watch an advanced screening of the new Finding Your Roots episode with Terry Gross!

Free for Members <a href="https://info.nmajh.org/MembershipCategories/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Not a Member? Join today!</a> Members at all levels are invited to attend a private, curator-led tour of Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg with Dr. Josh Perelman, Chief Curator and Director of Exhibitions and Interpretation.

<strong>Snowy. Jewish. Happy. Caring. Buddhist. Generous. Family. Creative. Friendly. Sparkly. </strong> <strong>Fill in your own blank and join us for our annual day of family fun.</strong> The Museum is open. The galleries are warm. All we need is you to get the party started. Join us for live music with returning favorite Emmy Award-wining Alex &amp; the Kaleidoscope. Learn what makes RBG so notorious in the special exhibition <em>Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg</em>. Enjoy an encore screening of the <strong>acclaimed documentary, <em>RBG</em></strong>, RBG-themed crafts, a clay project with <strong>The Clay Studio</strong>, face painting and balloon art from <strong>Bon Bon's Parties</strong>, funny films, storytime, and more!

<div style="padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;"><iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" title="RBG Only In America Induction Event" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/381175964?badge=0&amp;autopause=0&amp;player_id=0&amp;app_id=58479" frameborder="0"></iframe></div> <script src="https://player.vimeo.com/api/player.js"></script> This event was held at The Weitzman on December 19, 2019.

<strong>SOLD OUT</strong> Members at all levels are invited to attend a private, curator-led tour of Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg with Dr. Josh Perelman, Chief Curator and Director of Exhibitions and Interpretation. Tours sell out quickly! Limit one space for Individual Members, two spaces for Dual Members and above.

<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Your <span class="markk03hrjyow" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">donation</span>s support future public programs produced by the Weitzman Museum</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; Past program. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/41182871633/videos/791341058037781" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Recording available HERE.</a> Program begins at 5 min 50 seconds. Hear firsthand from the creative forces that took Notorious RBG from a Tumblr site, to a New York Times bestselling book, to a powerhouse museum exhibition making its east coast-debut in Philadelphia. Take a deeper dive into our current special exhibition, Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, with an onstage conversation between authors and co-creators Irin Carmon and Shana Knizhnik, followed by a book signing.

<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Your <span class="markk03hrjyow" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">donation</span>s support future public programs produced by the Weitzman Museum</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; Soprano-composer Patrice Michaels, “a formidable interpretative talent” (The New Yorker), has created Notorious RBG in Song, a dramatic concert saluting the life and work of legal pioneer Ruth Bader Ginsburg in celebration of her 25 years on the United States Supreme Court. Ms. Michaels, who is the daughter-in-law of Justice Ginsburg, will lead a talk-back following the performance and will be available to sign her album. Ms. Michaels will be joined during the Q&amp;A by Grammy-nominated producer and founder of Cedille Records, Chicago’s Classical Recording NFP, <strong>James Ginsburg</strong>, son of Justice Ginsburg.

Hit your yoga mat and plank like RBG with the <a href="https://november-project.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">November Project</a>, an organization that promotes human development and community through empowering group workouts.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1533" src="https://www.nmajh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Dell-Theater-with-people.jpg" alt="" width="606" height="405" /> &nbsp; You can find videos of programs in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NMAJH/videos/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">video section of our Facebook page</a>, many of them organized into playlists by category. Enjoy concerts, conversations, storytelling, lectures, and discussions. You can also find listing of programs from 2011-2018 (some with video or audio recordings) on <a href="https://info.nmajh.org/pastprograms/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">our archive page</a>. Enjoy!

<strong>SOLD OUT</strong> Free for Members <a href="https://info.nmajh.org/MembershipCategories/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Not a Member? Join today!</a> Members at all levels are invited to attend a private, curator-led tour of Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg with Dr. Josh Perelman, Chief Curator and Director of Exhibitions and Interpretation.

<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Your <span class="markk03hrjyow" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">donation</span>s support future public programs produced by the Weitzman Museum</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> Celebrate Notorious RBG with the whole family at our RBG Family Day. We will have art-making, storytime, spotlight talks, and even a storyteller from Historic Philadelphia, Inc, telling stories of girl power throughout American history. We will have an activity booklet for young children visiting Notorious RBG, and two selfie spots to continue the fun. Dress as RBG to receive a 10% discount in the Museum Store!

<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Your <span class="markk03hrjyow" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">donation</span>s support future public programs produced by the Weitzman Museum</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p> &nbsp; Inspired by RBG, strong women, and you -- the audience -- this unique San Fransisco-based ensemble will create live, original theater before your eyes. How it works: <em>We practice a unique form of interactive and improvisational theatre called Playback Theatre, which prioritizes the values of empathy and mutual respect. In our performances, a skilled facilitator, or “Conductor”, elicits a multitude of feelings and personal stories from audience members or “Tellers”. Our ensemble of professional actors and musicians then brings those stories to life in a way that is honoring, illuminating, and transformative. </em>

<p style="text-align: center;"><em>Your <span class="markk03hrjyow" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">donation</span>s support future public programs produced by the Weitzman Museum</em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a id="home__event-all-cta" class="box-cta box-cta--large box-cta--inline box-cta--blue box-cta-filled" href="https://www.classy.org/give/486655/#!/donation/checkout?&amp;c_src=donations&amp;c_src2=website" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="box-cta__label">Donate Here</span></a></p>  Join Executive Producer, Amy Entelis, for a screening of the acclaimed documentary, RBG. Offering unprecedented insights into the life and legacy of U.S. Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, this film gives viewers a new perspective on how a girl born in Brooklyn in 1933 became a pioneering lawyer, the second woman -- and first Jewish woman -- to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, and a beloved pop culture icon. Enjoy it again on the big screen and stay for a talk-back.